Ten Hag's position was under review by United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his Ineos team, who were considering alternative options.
Manchester United sounded out Stuttgart manager Sebastian Hoeness about replacing Erik ten Hag over the summer, it has been revealed.AdvertisementAdvertisementHoeness fielded contact from United, but politely "declined".
Having guided Stuttgart to a second-place finish, Hoeness was eager to guide his team in the Champions League this season.