“You never know, I don’t want to set any aims” – 50-year-old manager on Manchester United rumours



As the Premier League season draws to a close, speculation swirls around the fate of underachieving clubs and the potential for managerial shake-ups.

At the forefront of this conversation is Sir Jim Ratcliffe, owner of Manchester United languishing in eighth place, poised to take a brutal approach to revitalising their fortunes.

Thomas Frank, the current manager of Brentford, finds himself at the centre of attention. Despite the allure of prestigious offers, including a tempting proposition from Manchester United, Frank has reiterated his contentment at Brentford, a sentiment echoed in his recent statements in his final pre-match press conference of the season.

“What I know is that I’m very happy here. Ambition is ‘how can I make the perfect club? How can we try to maybe win something?’ How can you beat the odds and maybe one year qualify for Europe? You never know, I don’t want to set any aims.”

United’s interest in Frank is no secret, with Ratcliffe and his confidant, Sir Dave Brailsford, expressing admiration for the Danish manager’s achievements. Yet, prying him away from Brentford may prove to be a Herculean task, given his deep-rooted connection with the club and its passionate fanbase.

Erik ten Hag watches on as Manchester United suffer a 1-0 defeat to Arsenal.

Could Thomas Frank be the next Manchester United manager?

Frank’s tenure at Brentford has been characterised by steady progress, culminating in a triumphant Championship playoff victory in 2021. Despite the challenges faced this season, including a lower league standing, Frank’s leadership has ensured Brentford’s safety, maintaining a comfortable distance from the relegation zone, and this has been achieved without some key players for large parts of the campaign.

Thomas Frank’s tenure at Brentford has been nothing short of magnificent. He has built the team from the ground up and thanks to some smart recruiting they make sure to operate efficiently in the transfer market as well as on the football pitch. Funnily enough, this feels like almost the polar opposite of what Manchester United have been doing over the last few years.

Manchester United, I feel, do need someone with the characteristics of Thomas Frank. But, would the Red Devils entertain this over perhaps someone with a more “reputable” name? It remains to be seen.