Jason Wilcox, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s latest hire, observed Manchester United in a dramatic FA Cup semi-final against Coventry City at Wembley over the weekend.
Wilcox, who arrived from Southampton to join United as their new technical director, immediately follows his former Manchester City colleague Omar Berrada, who is now the Red Devils’ new CEO.
Jim Ratcliffe is focused on adding more elite football minds to strengthen United’s structure and prioritize on-pitch success. This is a move that bodes well for Ten Hag, who may benefit from experienced figures backing him in the future.
Former United manager Jose Mourinho recently shared his experiences working with the club’s former CEO Ed Woodward. Mourinho mentioned that while his relationship with Woodward was good on a personal level, it was not ideal from a professional standpoint. He highlighted the lack of support he felt compared to what Ten Hag may receive at United.
Mourinho also hinted at the presence of players at United that he did not prefer during his time at the club. While not naming names, many speculate that he wanted to part ways with Paul Pogba, who ultimately stayed at the club. Mourinho suggested that Pogba’s priorities shifted after winning the World Cup in 2018.
The manager also touched on his relationship with Anthony Martial, who has faced injury issues and limited playing time in recent days. With player authority often overshadowing managerial decisions since Sir Alex Ferguson’s departure, Ratcliffe’s appointments offer hope for a more stable future at United.
