Manchester United chiefs are refusing to meet agents if they present them with managerial candidates.

The pressure on United boss Erik ten Hag has been made clear this season.

Despite winning four of the past five Premier League games, the number of losses United have endured this season has heaped pressure on the Dutchman.

However, ESPN states that United are adamant about retaining faith in Ten Hag this season.

They are not going to meet any agent that suggests a potential interim or permanent replacement.

In addition, INEOS chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe's impending 25 percent purchase of United stocks is likely to delay any decisions on Ten Hag's future.