Dutchman Erik ten Hag, who was previously sacked by Manchester United, has been brought in as a "shadow coach" for Borussia Dortmund as manager Nuri Sahin's job is on the line after another defeat. Despite Sahin's struggles, the team has allowed Ten Hag to work with him in hopes of turning their season around. Ten Hag's previous successes at Ajax, including reaching the Champions League semi-finals, have made Dortmund consider him as a potential replacement for Sahin.
Erik ten Hag Joins Borussia Dortmund as Shadow Coach
Erik ten Hag, the Dutch manager who was recently sacked by Manchester United, has been appointed as a "shadow coach" at Borussia Dortmund. The move comes as the German club's manager, Nuri Sahin, faces mounting pressure following a string of poor results.
Sahin's job is reportedly on the line after Dortmund's latest defeat, a 4-1 away loss to RB Leipzig. The club has brought in ten Hag to work alongside Sahin in the hopes of turning their season around.
Ten Hag, 53, has a strong track record of success. He won three Eredivisie titles and two KNVB Cups with Ajax, and also led the Dutch club to the semi-finals of the Champions League in 2019.
His appointment at Dortmund has raised speculation that he could be a potential replacement for Sahin if the Turkish coach is sacked. However, Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has insisted that Sahin still has the club's backing.
FAQs
Why was Erik ten Hag sacked by Manchester United? Ten Hag was sacked by Manchester United after a poor start to the season, which included a humiliating 7-0 defeat to Liverpool.
What is a shadow coach? A shadow coach is a coach who works alongside the manager, providing support and input on tactical and technical matters.
Why has Borussia Dortmund appointed Erik ten Hag as a shadow coach? Dortmund have appointed ten Hag as a shadow coach to help improve the team's performances and turn their season around.
Is Erik ten Hag a potential replacement for Nuri Sahin? Dortmund sporting director Sebastian Kehl has insisted that Sahin still has the club's backing, but ten Hag's appointment has raised speculation that he could be a potential replacement if Sahin is sacked.
What are Erik ten Hag's strengths and weaknesses as a coach? Ten Hag is a tactical and technical expert who is known for his attacking style of play. However, he can be criticized for being too rigid and demanding of his players.
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