Erik ten Hag’s turbulent career reaches another low as he has been sacked by Bayer Leverkusen just two months after taking the reins. The Dutch manager, 55, was brought in with high hopes on July 1 to build on the momentum of the 2024 Bundesliga champions.
However, after a rocky start in the league, which included a disappointing loss to Hoffenheim (1-2) and a shaky draw against Werder Bremen (3-3), the club’s management swiftly decided to part ways with him, despite having invested nearly €200 million in new players during the transfer window.
This recent dismissal marks yet another setback for ten Hag, who was initially hired to replace Xabi Alonso, who left for Real Madrid. The swift decision from the Bayer Leverkusen board has left the team’s future uncertain, with the coaching duties temporarily passed to his assistant staff as they look for a new leader.
The pressure is mounting as the team seeks to recover from this dismal beginning to the season.
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Ironically, ten Hag once dazzled Europe with his tactical brilliance at Ajax Amsterdam from 2017 to 2022. He was touted as one of the most promising managers in football, but his recent stints have not lived up to expectations.
After his firing from Manchester United at the end of October 2024, this latest blow raises questions about his ability to revive his managerial career.
With the Bundesliga season still in its early stages, ten Hag’s future in football hangs in the balance. Fans and pundits alike are left wondering if this marks the end of his once-promising managerial journey, or if he can find a way to bounce back from this series of unfortunate events.
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