Manchester, 30 minutes ago – Old Trafford is once again the focus of European attention as rumours of a major overhaul of Manchester United’s coaching staff are spreading at breakneck speed.

According to Football Whispers’ “unnamed inside source”, England manager Gareth Southgate has emerged as the frontrunner for the hot seat at the Theatre of Dreams – news that has left the football world “gasping”.

⚽ Old Trafford: Before the earthquake

Fictional newspapers have published the following: “Manchester United are in the process of reviewing their entire coaching structure after a disappointing run in the Premier League.”

A source described as “very close to the club’s hierarchy” revealed:

“They want someone who can bring discipline, unity and a British identity to the team. Southgate is the ideal choice on paper – and they are seriously considering it.”

According to speculation, the United board secretly approached Southgate’s representatives in a meeting in London, where the two sides discussed a “five-year vision” and a “strategy to revive the spirit of Sir Alex Ferguson”.

🧠 The elegant strategist and the price of trust

Gareth Southgate – who led England to the 2018 World Cup semi-finals and the final of EURO 2020 – is described as a symbol of calm, but also a controversial figure for his “too safe” style.

An article in The Sporting Mirror quipped:

“If Southgate were in charge of United, fans would probably see 11 players standing in the penalty area even when winning 3-0.”

However, there is no denying that Southgate has the ability to build a culture of discipline and loyalty – something United have lost since Sir Alex.

💬 Fans are fiercely divided

The online community exploded. On Twitter, the hashtag #SouthgateToUnited trended after just 2 hours.

The reactions of MU fans were divided:

One user wrote:

“Southgate? No! I want someone who can attack, not park the bus at Old Trafford!”

But another was excited:

“If anyone has the morals, discipline and national class to refresh this team – it’s Gareth Southgate.”

💼 MU remains silent internally – but “movement” has begun

While there has been no official confirmation, “inside sources” say some members of the current coaching staff have been told to “prepare for a change in personnel in the coming weeks”.

A club insider (anonymous, of course) said:

“No one has said it outright, but everyone knows what’s coming. The atmosphere at Carrington is tense.”

💣 Is this the start of a new era?

If the rumours turn out to be true, it could be one of the biggest turning points in Manchester United’s history since 2013.

Fictional football pundits comment:

“Southgate at United sounds unbelievable – but did anyone ever believe Ten Hag would come? In football, nothing is impossible, especially when Old Trafford is desperate for a saviour.”