Erik ten Hag emerges as top candidate to replace struggling Marco Rose at Leipzig
- Marco Rose is under severe pressure after a series of poor results, including a significant home defeat.
- Red Bull Leipzig is considering firing Rose and has compiled a list of candidates for his replacement.
- Erik Ten Hag, former Manchester United manager, appears as a strong candidate amidst the managerial uncertainty.
In Germany, Red Bull Leipzig is considering managerial changes due to a disappointing performance by current manager Marco Rose. After suffering five defeats in six matches, including an embarrassing 5-1 loss to Wolfsburg, Rose faces mounting pressure to improve results. Leipzig's position in the Bundesliga has weakened, as they now sit fourth, nine points behind leaders Bayern Munich, threatening their chance for Champions League qualification. As a result, the club has prepared a shortlist of potential replacements, which includes former Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag. Ten Hag was recently dismissed from Manchester United after a poor start to the Premier League season, leaving them in 14th place. His notable achievements include winning the FA Cup and Carabao Cup during his tenure at United, alongside three Eredivisie titles during his time at Ajax. With the prospect of Ten Hag joining Leipzig, it is noteworthy that Klopp, the new head of football operations at Leipzig starting January 1, has a history with Rose but may have to make a difficult decision if results do not improve. This situation could lead to a surprising collaboration between Klopp and Ten Hag, who have had a competitive relationship in recent years. Their encounters on the pitch have seen Ten Hag win two matches, draw two, and lose three against Klopp's teams.