Who is who?

Erik ten Hag, the current manager of Manchester United, is one of the favorites to become the coach of the Netherlands national team. He has revealed when the KNVB can approach him.

When can KNVB approach him?

Ten Hag wants to see the World Cup qualifiers finished first before he makes himself available for the coach position. He has stated that he wants to finish the rest of the season at Manchester United.

Why does he want to see the World Cup qualifiers finished first?

Ten Hag wants to see the World Cup qualifiers finished first because he thinks it's important to form the selection in the right way. He wants to see the players he needs for the World Cup selection first.

What comes next?

Ten Hag will make himself available for the coach position after the World Cup qualifiers are finished. He will then have a conversation with the KNVB about the possibilities of becoming the coach.

Recent form (last 5): 3W-2D-0L (DWWDW, most recent first); unbeaten in the last 5. Last result: Netherlands 1-1 Morocco (2026-06-30). Next fixture: vs Germany (at home, 2026-09-24).