In anticipation of what may prove to be a pivotal summer for the team, Manchester United is apparently keeping an eye on a number of managers and coaches.

Man United has been below average far too often this season, even though they are still in contention for a top-five finish.

There may also be changes in the summer now that Man United’s football operations are under the control of Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS business.

The Red Devils are reportedly targeting one of the top young managers in the Premier League, according to a recent ESPN story.

Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Manchester United
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According to the source, Manchester United is trying to get in touch with Wolverhampton Wanderers manager Gary O’Neil.

Furthermore, it appears that the 40-year-old has been informed of the Red Devils’ interest in his services.

The story doesn’t say whether Man United wants O’Neil to take over as manager, but it does seem like the Red Devils want to improve all around.

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According to the article, Man United has also evaluated Thomas Frank, Roberto De Zerbi, and Gareth Southgate as possible Erik ten Hag replacements.

The news that O’Neil, who is excelling as a Premier League manager, is reportedly likely to be contacted by the Red Devils is not shocking.

After Scott Parker left as manager of Bournemouth, the “brilliant” forty-year-old made an impression and defied all odds to maintain the team in the first flight.

Even though O’Neil was fired, he continued to perform admirably at Wolves after joining them.

Six points behind Manchester United in the Premier League standings, the Molineux team is presently ranked ninth.

Regarding Gary O’Neil, a target for Manchester United, what has Gary Neville said?

Red Devils legend Gary Neville reversed the south coast club’s prospects of staying in the top league while O’Neil was at Bournemouth.

In April of last year (16/4/23, 30:15), he stated on The Gary Neville Podcast: “If [O’Neil] keeps Bournemouth up, he’s my manager of the season.”

“Prior to the international break, everyone I spoke with predicted Southampton and Bournemouth to lose.”

Neville went on: “A few weeks ago, I had [Nottingham Forest], Southampton, and Bournemouth as my three [to go down].”

“Unless something completely changes, I believe Bournemouth will emerge from that, and I believe you’re beginning to look at Everton, Leicester, and Leeds with serious concern.”

Additionally, a few of these large teams won’t like to see their financial situation deteriorate. They will experience severe agony and hurt.