Manchester United hierarchy met up earlier this week in London to discuss several matters including the future of Red Devils boss Erik ten Hag. Despite speculation that this week would be pivotal in

Ruud van Nistelrooy is in line to take over at Manchester United if Erik ten Hag is sacked. Ten Hag is under increasing pressure and defeat away at Aston Villa on Sunday would leave the beleaguered Dutchman on the brink.

Erik ten Hag and Ruud van Nistelrooy appeared to engage in a tense exchange during Manchester United’s goalless draw with Aston Villa on Sunday afternoon.