Ten Hag attended the game between United and Palace

Selhurst Park featured a special guest for Manchester United's visit to Crystal Palace. Erik ten Hag, who is leaving Ajax to take the reins at Old Trafford next season, witnessed the end of the 21-22 season at Selhurst Park, where Ralf Rangnick's side were playing for their place in the standings.

It was up in the air whether the team would remain in sixth place or drop to seventh, from West Ham United before kick-off. The difference between one and the other would determine whether United would participate in the Europa or Conference League in the season in which Ten Hag will be the leader of the squad.

That is why it was important for him to be there, to see first-hand the resolution of the work of those who, soon, will be his players. He is also likely to add several to his ranks. The board is expected to invest heavily in the summer transfer window to provide him with the players he needs to get to the top.

Manchester United themselves reported Erik ten Hag's presence in the stands on their social media. He posted a short 'gif' along with some eye emoticons to let the fans know he was there. The TV production also focused on him a bit during the first minutes of the match.