Erik ten Hag has repeatedly refused to be drawn to comment on the increasing speculation that he is to become the next Manchester United manager.
Though United insist a 'done deal' has not been secured for a new manager, the Manchester Evening News understands that Ten Hag 's club Ajax expect him to take over at Old Trafford in the summer. Before then, though, Ten Hag remains embroiled in a race for the Eredivisie title.
The Amsterdam club took a step closer to lifting the trophy on Saturday with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Sparta Rotterdam, which saw them climb seven points ahead of PSV Eindhoven at the top of the table. They have played a game more than their rivals.
