Hurzeler 'not interested' in Man Utd job amid Brighton links
Reports have emerged suggesting Brighton head coach Fabian Hurzeler would not be tempted by a potential Manchester United vacancy, even as speculation grows over Michael Carrick's future at Old Trafford.
The Sun reports that Brighton are "confident they will keep hold of" Hurzeler even if United come calling, adding that Carrick's position at the club is looking "even more uncertain" (The Sun). Crucially, The Sun also notes that Hurzeler has "NO release clause" in his contract, which would strengthen Brighton's hand if United tried to prise him away (The Sun).
talkSPORT goes further, stating it "understands" that Hurzeler "would not be interested" in the United job should it become vacant (talkSPORT). The broadcaster acknowledges the young coach "is understood to have admirers among the United" hierarchy, but is clear that any approach would likely be rebuffed (talkSPORT).
Both outlets are in agreement on the central point - that Hurzeler's future lies at Brighton rather than at Old Trafford - with The Sun focusing on the contractual detail of no release clause, while talkSPORT emphasises the manager's own lack of interest in the role (The Sun) (talkSPORT).
Elsewhere, SussexWorld takes a different angle, reporting on comments from Michael Owen regarding Brighton's prospects in the Uefa Conference League ahead of their match against FK Jablonec, in which Owen said "Yes they can" when discussing the Seagulls' chances, alongside a reference to a claim from Hurzeler himself (SussexWorld). This story does not touch on the Manchester United speculation and appears to be a separate matter entirely.
Taken together, the clearest thread running through these reports is the growing belief that Hurzeler is firmly settled at Brighton, with no release clause in place and the man himself reportedly uninterested in a move to Old Trafford, even if Carrick's position continues to look shaky.
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