5 top clubs that could make managerial changes this summer
The 2021-22 season has delivered diverse experiences to top clubs across Europe's elite leagues. Despite the expectations, hype, investments and objectives heading into the campaign, some of these outfits ended up disappointing with their on-field exploits.
There are still a couple of months left before the season concludes. However, some top clubs are already out of the race to add any silverware to their collections. Some are still struggling to secure their participation in the UEFA Champions League ahead of next season, while others simply have nothing to fight for.
As we approach the final stretch of the campaign, it's natural that these outfits will be thinking of key decisions to make before the next term. Those who are pleased with their performances during the season will be thinking of ways to further strengthen their teams.
Those who were disappointed, however, will have their minds on making major changes to their side. That will certainly lead to a couple of managers losing their jobs and others picking them up.
That said, let's take a look at five top clubs that could make managerial changes this summer.
#5 Ajax
On a sincere note, Ajax manager Erik ten Hag hasn't had a bad outing this season. However, it wouldn't be far-fetched to say the Dutchman and his team could've done better. They currently lead the Eredivisie title race with 66 points, but it's just a narrow lead as PSV closely follow with 64 points.
Erik ten Hag is interested in the Manchester United project and is ready to leave Ajax this summer - his intermediaries have made sure United are aware of this. #MUFC [@_scottsaunders, @GraemeBailey]
The Dutch side have also crashed out of the UEFA Champions League in the round of 16 after losing to Benfica 3-2 on aggregate. According to The Metro, this could be Ten Hag's last season at the Johan Cruyff Arena.
The tactician is a top target for multiple big clubs across Europe, with Manchester United taking the front seat. It remains to be seen where he'll be next season.
#4 Juventus
Massimiliano Allegri was reappointed as Juventus manager last summer with the objective of getting the club back on track. They finished fourth last season, failing to win the Serie A title after nine long years.
However, considering how the team has fared ever since, it wouldn't be far-fetched to say the tactician hasn't delivered in line with expectations.
Villarreal beat Juventus 3-0 in Turin to knock them OUT of the Champions League 😳 https://t.co/Xk7tIEsuIt
The Bianconeri were eliminated from the Champions League by Villareal last week. Their Serie A outing hasn't come out any better either. The Old Lady are already out of the title race and currently fighting for a top-four finish in the table. If things continue this way, a managerial switch in Turin can't be ruled out.