Ten Hag Responds to Netherlands Job Speculation

Former Manchester United and Bayer Leverkusen manager Erik ten Hag will not be taking over the Netherlands national team anytime soon. He confirmed this himself in a statement.

“I am not available for that job. I made a conscious choice. For at least the next two years, I will be fully focused on my current project,” said Ten Hag, who became technical director of Twente in January 2026.

Following their penalty shootout defeat to Morocco in the Round of 16, Ronald Koeman stepped down as the Netherlands coach. The 63-year-old announced his decision on social media.

Consequently, Arne Slot, Peter Bosz, and Michael Reiziger are being touted as potential successors to Koeman.