We're stopping at eight. Two caretakers and an interim. Another who turned his temporary spell into a lengthy reign underpinned by nostalgia and vibes. Four others—ranging from Sir Alex Ferguson's heir through two of the finest tactical minds of their generation and ultimately to Erik ten Hag—have tried on a permanent basis and failed. Manchester United is, categorically by this point, world soccer's largest sinking ship.
Ten Hag recently became the latest manager in the Old Trafford home dugout—which he actually pushed to switch to the away bench as one of his early demands—to meet his end. It wasn't for want of trying, but results don't lie and wacky performances turn sentiment. He had to go, decision overdue.
