Manchester United Targets Niko Kovac for Coaching Role

Interim Management Situation

Manchester United has expressed interest in Borussia Dortmund’s coach, Niko Kovac. While the club currently has Michael Carrick in an interim role following the dismissal of Ruben Amorim, they view Carrick’s position as temporary, intended only for the remainder of the season.

Contact with Kovac’s Representatives

According to Sky Deutschland, Manchester United has reached out to Kovac’s representatives to inquire about the Croatian manager’s future plans.

Kovac’s Current Standing at Dortmund

Kovac, who took over as Dortmund’s head coach last year, signed a contract extension that runs through 2027 at the beginning of this season. However, reports indicate that the 54-year-old has aspirations to manage in the Premier League.

Dortmund’s Performance Overview

Currently, Borussia Dortmund is positioned second in the Bundesliga, trailing Bayern Munich by 11 points. Additionally, they are ranked tenth in the Champions League standings.