Manchester United fans have reacted to the news that Erik ten Hag is set to be appointed the club's next manager. ESPN reports that a deal for the Ajax head coach is close to being finalized. This will bring an end to United's long-winded process of finding the man to replace interim boss Ralf Rangnick.The 52-year-old has long been the fans' choice with his work at Ajax being acclaimed. There is a feeling among the Old Trafford faithful that ten Hag is a risk worth taking. He has the credentials, having led Ajax to two Eredivisie titles and the Champions League semi-finals in 2019. In that time, he transformed the side on multiple occasions as a result of player departures.With ten Hag handed the opportunity to work at a bigger club in the Premier League, the Dutchman will have to battle the likes of Pep Guardiola and Jurgen Klopp. The feeling is that Ten Hag will need time to work his magic as an overhaul is required at Manchester UnitedHere are some reactions to the news that ten Hag is on the brink of being confirmed as the next Manchester United manager:Maxi@MaaxiAngeloAfter many suspect hirings, the initial feeling is that Manchester United has got it spot on in hiring Eric ten Hag. Clear philosophy, methods, and good track record seen to results and player development. The way he talks and thinks football is interesting.6:03 PM · Apr 6, 202210615After many suspect hirings, the initial feeling is that Manchester United has got it spot on in hiring Eric ten Hag. Clear philosophy, methods, and good track record seen to results and player development. The way he talks and thinks football is interesting.Lyés@WholeLottaLyesErik Ten Hag’s the correct appointment. Club now has to give him the required time to rebuild, and do it properly this time. Give him the keys, get him his players, and buy into his process. This won’t happen overnight.More than anything, DON’T CHEAT THE PROCESS.5:56 PM · Apr 6, 20221086163Erik Ten Hag’s the correct appointment. Club now has to give him the required time to rebuild, and do it properly this time. Give him the keys, get him his players, and buy into his process. This won’t happen overnight.More than anything, DON’T CHEAT THE PROCESS. https://t.co/Qu9oz51wJTJames.@afcjxmesTen Hag’s success at United very much depends on how much trust and patience is given to him by the fans and the board. It’ll take a few sideways steps before any real progress can be made.6:05 PM · Apr 6, 202258838Ten Hag’s success at United very much depends on how much trust and patience is given to him by the fans and the board. It’ll take a few sideways steps before any real progress can be made.Kaustubh Pandey@Kaus_Pandey17Patience and 'proper' backing. What Erik ten Hag would need. No commercial signings. Only football decisions.6:14 PM · Apr 6, 202214329Patience and 'proper' backing. What Erik ten Hag would need. No commercial signings. Only football decisions.Ché@che___xoIf ten Hag fails im done watching football6:18 PM · Apr 6, 2022914If ten Hag fails im done watching footballdax@DaxUtdten Hag after seeing a 9 figure transfer budget without selling players for the first time in his career6:06 PM · Apr 6, 20221762180ten Hag after seeing a 9 figure transfer budget without selling players for the first time in his career https://t.co/hjyLZP7HEmJordan@FourFourJordanDonny coming back to Carrington in the summer and seeing ten Hag there6:26 PM · Apr 6, 202245197Donny coming back to Carrington in the summer and seeing ten Hag there https://t.co/OxHMgIedTVcon@berbaclaatTen Hag out6:11 PM · Apr 6, 2022172Ten Hag outً@utdcynicalTen Hag’s genuinely our last and only hope ngl6:01 PM · Apr 6, 20222223155Ten Hag’s genuinely our last and only hope nglManchester United fans expect to see a former face join Erik ten HagWith Erik ten Hag tipped to take over as manager, plans will have to be put in place to assemble his backroom staff. There have also been reports of Steve McClaren joining as Ten Hag's No. 2. The former England manager was in the same role at United under Sir Alex and has worked in the Dutch league.Marcel van der Kraan has told Sky Sports that ten Hag wants a former player/coach who knows the club but also has Dutch connections. Names that have been touted are:Robin van Persie - The former Manchester United striker had a fantastic time at Old Trafford following a shock transfer from rivals Arsenal. He won the Premier League title in Sir Alex Ferguson's last season in charge at the club and quickly became a fan favorite. Van Persie also won the Golden boot that season.Rene Meulensteen - The Dutch former assistant coach to Sir Alex had huge success alongside the Scot, winning eight major trophies with Manchester United.The Red Devils won four Premier League titles and the UEFA Champions League during Meulensteen's stint in the coaching set-up. He is currently the assistant manager of the Australian national team.Jaap Stam - The fearsome, imposing legendary Dutch defender was a huge hit at Old Trafford. He won the Premier League title three times as well as the Champions League and FA Cup with the Manchester outfit. Stam has gone into management and most recently had a stint at Dutch side Feyenoord and MLS outfit FC Cincinnati.