Erik ten Hag is in advanced conversations to replace Xabi Alonso as Bayer Leverkusen Manager, according to reports.
Ten Hag, who was without work since he was fired as Manchester United boss in October, is reportedly drawn up to replace Real Madrid-bound Alonso.
German Outlet Kicker report that Ten Hag has already been put in line to replace Alonso, which seems to be in replacing Carlo Ancelotti in Real Madrid.
Ancelotti is linked to a switch to international management with a deal that is reportedly agreed with the Brazilian national side for a 12 -month contract.
While Alonso's impressive regime at Leverkusen has made him a top objective for Madrid – where he spent five years as a player.
Alonso, who led Leverkusen last year to an undefeated Bundesliga title, is supposed to be just as good as disappeared by the German side hierarchy.
As such, Leverkusen reportedly have already identified Erik ten Hag as their next manager.
Leverkusen, who are second in the Bundesliga this season, is already claimed to be in “advanced” conversations with Ten Hag – if not already in accordance with the Dutch manager.
Ten Hag was fired by Manchester United in October, despite winning both the League Cup and FA Cup in his first two seasons as Red Devils Boss.
The 55-year-old became Bighter while United came in 14th place in the Premier League-Exact the same position that they held about six months later.
Speaking in February, Ten Hag revealed that he “did not know” what the next step in his career would be.
He told SEG stories: “I don't know how my career will develop. But I'm going to do my best.
“Provided that something comes along that suits me. There are so many other things that I could do.
“Maybe in football, in a new position as a manager. That is an option. And maybe something completely different.
“I have worked with my brothers lately. We have our own company. Or rather: they have their own company.
“But we also run a company together with our father. That is also something I like to do.
“I can give that more attention now and it is also very nice.”