Head of Red Bull’s football venture Jürgen Klopp clearly thinks that Dutch manager Erik ten Hag is the right man to lift RB Leipzig up, even though he has seen up close, as Liverpool many, how Ten Hag is not succeeding at Manchester United.
The German giant is said to be ready to hire Erik ten Hag and put him at the forefront of a significant restructuring after it has been confirmed that Marco Rose will leave the club at the end of the season.
RB Leipzig have after 24 games only 38 points down in 6th place in the Bundesliga. The requirement from clubs is always, without exception, top four and qualification for the Champions League. – A requirement that has not changed since Klopp became responsible for football at Red Bull.
It is RB Leipzig’s belief that Erik ten Hag will be able to introduce the style of play that brought him success at Ajax that is behind the club’s desire to hire him.
The pundits write: During his time at Ajax, Erik ten Hag showed his ability to lead teams to the top, excelling in European competitions with an attacking and dynamic style of play. Now, with no commitments, the 55-year-old coach sees a potential opportunity in the Bundesliga, where he is recognized for his tactical approach and ability to work with young talents.
RB Leipzig, with an ambitious sports project, is determined to regain stability and competitiveness following Rose’s departure. The arrival of ten Hag, with his playing philosophy and experience in top teams, could mark a new cycle of success for the German club.
If discussions progress, Leipzig could have a new manager on the sidelines to face the 2025/2026 season, with the aim of establishing themselves as one of the strongest teams in Europe.
