Prem boss admits he’s ‘open’ to joining Man Utd as post-Tuchel shortlist emerges

Brentford manager Thomas Frank has refused to shut down speculation that he might join Premier League rivals Manchester United and replace Erik ten Hag.

Dutch coach Ten Hag has avoided the sack during the international break, with Man Utd chiefs Dan Ashworth and Omar Berrada deciding to stick with the 54-year-old despite Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recommendation that he be axed. While Ten Hag remains in charge, the Man Utd hierarchy could pull the trigger if the team picks up yet more disappointing results against the likes of Brentford, Fenerbahce and West Ham United in the coming weeks.