Sir Jim and Dave Brailsford prefer certain type of manager — it's bad new for Tuchel and Pochettino

Manchester United are having 'informal talks' with potential Erik ten Hag replacements ahead of the FA Cup final.

According to ESPN FC, the search for a new manager is led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS sporting director Sir Dave Brailsford.

The executive duo prefer to appoint a 'young up-and-coming coach' if the Dutchman ends up leaving the club after a disappointing season.

This is bad news for free agents Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino but could bode well for Ipswich Town's Kieran McKenna, who's also linked with the job.

ESPN: Man United 'sound out' potential Ten Hag replacements