Manchester United and Chelsea in Battle for New Head Coach: McKenna a Top Contender

Manchester United and Chelsea are both eyeing Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna as a potential candidate for their head coach position. Sky Sports News has learned that United officials have met with McKenna’s representatives, adding a complex new dimension to the situation.

McKenna is also on Chelsea’s shortlist to replace Mauricio Pochettino, alongside Thomas Frank and Enzo Maresca. With United yet to decide on Erik ten Hag’s future, McKenna’s potential move to Old Trafford could shake things up.

United’s focus is currently on the FA Cup final, where they face Manchester City. A loss could mean no European football next season, potentially impacting Ten Hag’s future as manager.

Meanwhile, Ipswich Town is keen on retaining McKenna to lead them in their return to the Premier League. McKenna’s representatives have already met with United’s top brass, but the club declined to comment on the matter.

Ten Hag, on the other hand, remains focused on the FA Cup final and winning the trophy. Speculation about his future at United has been ongoing, but he is determined to concentrate on the task at hand.

With Chelsea expected to appoint a new head coach soon, McKenna, Frank, and Maresca are leading candidates for the job. The decision will be made by the Chelsea ownership group, including co-owners Behdad Eghbali and Todd Boehly.

McKenna’s success at Ipswich Town has made him a sought-after manager this summer, with clubs like Brighton, Chelsea, and Manchester United interested in his services. His coaching experience and achievements have put him in high demand in the football world.