Manchester United have held talks with Barcelona legend Xavi about replacing Erik ten Hag as manager, according to reports. Ten Hag remains under huge pressure at Old Trafford despite Saturday’s much-needed victory over Brentford.

Former Barcelona boss Xavi Hernandez has emerged as a potential replacement for the under-fire Erik ten Hag should Manchester United top brass – spearheaded by co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe – decide to sack the Dutchman.

Manchester United are weighing up whether or not they should stick by Erik ten Hag with contact being made with Xavi, who left Barcelona in the summer, about potentially taking charge