Both
coaches have been linked with a move away from their respective teams
in the summer with Moyes' contract expiring in the summer, and an
extension is yet to be signed while Mourinho on the other hand is still
locked in a battle of wills at the Bernabeu club: to force an exit from
the Spanish giants, but his destination in the summer remains yet
unknown.
The possible vacancy at Manchester United is likely to impact the ongoing delicate manoeuvring between Mourinho and
Real Madrid
chief Florentino Perez, as both men look to profit from the Portuguese
coach's likely exit from the Estadio Santiago Bernabeu in the coming
weeks, but an Old Trafford arrival for the former Porto and Inter Milan
coach may materialize as his agent Jorge Mendes has stated that its 80%
likely he joins Chelsea this summer, despite the rumoured interest in
succeeding Sir Alex.
Moyes has continued to play the waiting
game ever since announcing in February that he would make a final
decision in the summer. He did so again last Friday. The Scot has has
refused to commit himself, fuelling talks that he has developed itchy
feet, and speculation as to where next he might go.
Several German coaches could also be in the mix for the United
job as well. The three most likely names you will hear about are
Jupp Heynckes, Jurgen Klopp - who face each other in the Champions League final later this month, and
Joachim Low. But can any of these three German managers be a great choice for the most sought-after
football club management job in the world?
Could the ideal choice be Klopp?
The Borussia Dortmund boss has taken Europe by storm this season. He is
refreshing, not only for his free counter-attacking style of football,
but also for his humorous and light-hearted media approach and great
language skills.
Having masterminded a hugely successful era at
Dortmund, Klopp may be unwilling to leave the Champions League
finalists on short notice, and jump at the first chance to come his way.
Could Low be the one?
The Germany boss may not be willing to step down one year ahead of what
could finally be his first title-winning tournament with Germany at
next summer's World Cup finals in Brazil. The chances of him leaving
before then in virtually zero.
This leaves Bayern Munich boss
Heynckes, aged 68. Heynckes will end his third stint at Bayern in the
summer after a record-breaking season, with Pep Guardiola replacing him.
The Bayern boss has continuously been linked with a return to La Liga,
but only recently has hinted at quitting football altogether.
Whereas the idea of one final challenge might sound appealing to him, if
Heynckes decides to continue his career, it is thought he would more
likely return to Spain. His age may also be a determining factor as the
at Old Trafford hierarchy are looking at longevity on the hot seat.
Would Ancelotti want the job?
If the French press are to be believed, Ancelotti has his heart set on
Madrid having reportedly turned them down twice. However, that was
before the talks of Ferguson leaving surfaced.
What is your position on the imminent vacant manager job at Manchester United?
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