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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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Exclusive by Jamie Jackson

Ten Hag FA Cup final decision key to him staying on at Manchester United

Manchester United’s players celebrate with the FA Cup
Manchester United’s players celebrate with the FA Cup. Photograph: Tom Jenkins/The Guardian

Erik ten Hag’s willingness to accept Jason Wilcox’s tactical suggestion that he use Bruno Fernandes as a false 9 in Manchester United’s FA Cup triumph against Manchester City was a key factor in the Dutchman being retained as manager.

While it was Ten Hag’s call, his decision impressed Sir Jim Ratcliffe as evidence he can work within the minority owner’s new football structure.

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