Bayer Leverkusen have confirmed the appointment of Erik ten Hag as their new manager. Ten Hag has been out of work since being relieved of his duties by Manchester United in October 2024, just months after putting pen to paper on a new contract at Old Trafford.

Former Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag signs a two-year contract to succeed Xabi Alonso as Bayer Leverkusen head coach.

Erik ten Hag was named as the new Bayer Leverkusen coach on a deal until 2027 on Monday and said he wanted to play "dominant, attractive football. " The 55-year-old Dutchman replaces Spaniard Xabi Alonso,