Manchester United are reportedly prepared to miss out on the signing of Copenhagen youngster Roony Bardghji if Erik ten Hag leaves in the summer.
The 18-year-old made his debut for the Danish giants in November 2021 and has featured in 73 competitive matches since, scoring on 15 occasions.
Bardghji burst onto the continental stage during the group stage of this season's Champions League, netting the winning goal against Man United for Copenhagen on November 8.
Domestically, the Swede is helping his side keep pace with the likes of FC Midtjylland and Brondby at the head of the Danish Superligaen standings, scoring seven goals in 18 league matches.
According to Manchester Evening News, Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United is in serious jeopardy after a difficult 2023-24 campaign to date.
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The report claims that this could have a significant impact on whether Bardghji makes the switch from Denmark to the Theatre of Dreams in the summer.
Earlier this year, English billionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe acquired minority ownership of the Red Devils from the Glazer family, assuming control of footballing operations.
It is believed that the INEOS chief is currently unsure whether Dutchman Ten Hag is the right man to take the club forward into a new era.
After lifting the EFL Cup and achieving Champions League qualification last season, United were dumped out of Europe at the group stage in December and are now struggling in the top-four face.
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Ten Hag's men are occupying sixth position in the Premier League standings, sitting 11 points behind Unai Emery's fourth-placed Aston Villa, who have enjoyed a three-game winning run of late.
Journalist Gianluca Di Marzio has suggested that United's interest in Bardghji could evaporate should Ten Hag be relieved of his duties in the summer.
On top of this, the Italian is certain that La Liga giants Barcelona will be keen on the securing the services of the Swedish youngster ahead of the 2024-25 campaign.
After appearing off the bench as Copenhagen exited the Champions League at Pep Guardiola's Manchester City on Wednesday night, Bardghji will hope to help his side get back to winning ways when they face Lyngby in the Superligaen on Sunday afternoon.
Carter White
