ERIK TEN HAG is planning a shocking tactical change for the FA Cup final against Manchester City.
The Manchester United boss is believed to be considering leaving Casemiro on the bench for the Wembley clash.
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Ten Hag, 54, could be in charge of his final game at the club and will hope to finish with success.
According to Atléticothe Dutchman has been preparing his team to start without the former Real Madrid star.
The report states that Sofyan Amrabat could take his place, having been the preferred option in training.
The Moroccan has impressed recently in defense but could be promoted due to returning stars.
Raphael Varane and Lisandro Martinez are fit for the final and will line up in defense.
Casemiro joined the club for £70m in 2022 and shone in his debut campaign.
This season, the midfielder has seen his form drop and is open to criticism from Jamie Carragher.
Ten Hag insisted the club have struggled with defensive injuries this season.
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After the 2–0 victory over Brighton and Hove Albion, he stated it was a “nightmare”.
He said: “Our midfield position has been a nightmare throughout the season.
“I’m happy that we have something to choose from and we have to think, of course, about quality, but also about fitness levels.
“We’ll probably need more than two next week.”
Ten Hag insisted the club told him they want him to lead the rebuild this summer.
However, reports claim he will be stripped of his position regardless of the FA Cup result.
Man United have a list of four players to replace him and he is expected to be fired.
The four names are Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Thomas Frank and Kieran McKenna.
Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd record
Here’s a look at Erik ten Hag’s record in charge of Manchester United.
Games: 113
Victories:67
Draws: 15
Losses:31
Goals scored: 205
Objectives granted: 155
Points per game: 1.91
Honors: EFL Cup x1 (2023)
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