Ten Hag's hot seat is shaking violently.

After a disappointing start to the 2024/25 season, the Dutchman’s position is under serious question. Recent poor results, coupled with important upcoming games against Tottenham Hotspur, Porto and Aston Villa, have increased the pressure on Ten Hag.

Faced with that situation, the "Red Devils" leadership began to come up with backup plans. According to exclusive sources from Caughtoffside, some senior officials at Old Trafford targeted Massimiliano Allegri as a leading candidate to replace Ten Hag.

The Italian tactician, who left Juventus at the end of last season, is a free agent and has an impressive coaching record. With five Scudetti titles under his belt with Juventus, as well as numerous other domestic trophies and a Champions League final appearance, Allegri is the obvious candidate to replace Ten Hag.

However, Allegri’s appointment is not without its risks. Despite his great success in Serie A, the Italian coach had a less than happy ending at Juventus. This raises the question of whether he really fits the playing style and culture of Manchester United.

Besides, Allegri's football philosophy is often considered quite pragmatic and not too attractive, which may make a part of the "Red Devils" fans unhappy.

Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag has faced increasing criticism. After two positive seasons, the Dutch tactician has been a huge disappointment in the new season.

His heavy spending in the summer transfer market without the expected results has put him in a difficult position. Currently, Manchester United is ranked 11th in the Premier League and has not had good results in the European arena.

The upcoming matches will be an opportunity for Ten Hag to prove his ability. If the situation does not improve, the "Red Devils" leadership can completely decide to change the personnel on the coaching bench.

Choosing Allegri, with his experience and reputation, would be a big gamble, but also a choice with great potential to bring Manchester United back to their golden age.

The question is whether Allegri is the right man to lead Manchester United at the moment? Can he help the "Red Devils" win back titles and restore the faith of the fans? Only time will tell.