Man Utd coach Mitchell van der Gaag’s near-death experience in dugout and role as replacement for Erik ten Hag against Everton

Mitchell van der Gaag is set to step into the role of manager for Manchester United as Erik ten Hag serves a one-match touchline ban. The Dutchman will take the reins on the touchline against Everton, with his assistant Eric Ramsay, Steve McClaren, and Benni McCarthy by his side in the dugout. Van der Gaag, who joined United last summer as Ten Hag’s assistant, has experience as a manager himself, having led clubs in Portugal, Cyprus, and the Netherlands. However, his journey has not been without hardship, as he suffered a near-fatal heart scare back in 2013 while managing in Portugal. Despite the setback, Van der Gaag is set to lead the team in Ten Hag’s absence and is ready to take on the challenge.

Mitchell van der Gaag will step in for Erik ten Hag as manager on the sidelines when Manchester United faces Everton. Ten Hag is serving a one-match touchline ban after receiving his third yellow card of the season. Van der Gaag, who has been Ten Hag’s assistant, will take his place in the dugout at Goodison Park on Sunday. He will be supported by Eric Ramsay, Steve McClaren, and Benni McCarthy. Van der Gaag joined United last summer after working as Ten Hag’s assistant at Ajax and has experience as a manager in Portugal, Cyprus, and the Netherlands. However, he faced a serious health scare in 2013 when he collapsed in the dugout during a match and required two shocks from a defibrillator to save his life. He took a break from football and emphasized the importance of prioritizing his health.