Graham Potter, the former Chelsea boss, has made a decision amidst links to Manchester United. He has rejected an approach from Ajax, the four-time European Cup winners, to take charge of the Dutch giants. Ajax has had their worst campaign in recent memory, with a 6-0 defeat to rivals Feyenoord being the lowest point of the season. As a result, the club is already planning for next season and appointing a permanent manager is a top priority.
Potter has been out of work since leaving Chelsea in April 2023, following a difficult period at Stamford Bridge. He held talks with Ajax to discuss the club’s plans and budget for the upcoming season. However, Sky Sports reports that Potter has turned down the offer and is now waiting for a job in England.
One potential destination for Potter could be Manchester United, where he is being considered as a replacement for Erik ten Hag. INEOS, the owners of Manchester United, are said to be admirers of Potter. If he were to join the club, United would have to pay up the remainder of Ten Hag’s contract, which is estimated to be around £8m.
Potter’s tenure at Chelsea was short-lived, lasting less than a season. Chelsea paid approximately £20m to secure his services and extract him and his coaching staff from their positions at Brighton. However, he is now a free agent and actively seeking a new opportunity in English football.
As Potter awaits his next job, it is clear that he is keeping his options open and considering offers from various clubs. The rejection of Ajax shows that he is determined to find the right fit for his coaching style and ambitions. For now, fans eagerly await his next move and speculate on whether it will be with Manchester United or another English club.
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