Seventeen days after lifting the FA Cup with Manchester United, manager Erik ten Hag has been told the conclusion of a thorough performance review of the season was that he should stay.
United sources say the outcome of the two-week evaluation was "clear".
But they also say all eventualities were considered - which must mean they considered sacking the former Ajax boss. They certainly spoke to prospective replacements before and after the FA Cup final.
Changes are being made at Old Trafford. The big question after yesterday’s announcement is whether, long-term, manager and owners can find enough common ground to make their partnership work.