The latest on Ralph Rangnick’s availability for Manchester United vs Crystal Palace
The latest on Ralph Rangnick’s availability for Manchester United vs Crystal Palace
Rangnick at the wheel (sort of)
Just over a week after Manchester United cut ties with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on the back of a 4-1 defeat to Watford at Vicarage Road, the Red Devils announced that Ralph Rangnick would take interim charge until the summer.
Welcome to Manchester United, Ralf Rangnick 🔴🇩🇪#MUFC
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 29, 2021
However, he was not able to start immediately, with visa issues meaning that Michael Carrick would remain in caretaker charge for clashes with Villareal and Chelsea, as well as the game against Arsenal this evening.
ℹ️ Michael Carrick will remain in caretaker charge for Thursday’s #PL clash.#MUFC | #MUNARS
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 30, 2021
Rangnick has been spotted at Old Trafford laying groundwork, but has been unable to officially start.
Ralf Rangnick was at Old Trafford today together with John Murtough. It’s his first time into the stadium – he was dreaming of Premier League chance, it’s now time to start. 🔴 #MUFC
He’s expected to be there in the stands also tomorrow for Man Utd-Arsenal.@oliverhunt111 📸⤵️ pic.twitter.com/M5oK1YEqO7
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) December 1, 2021
But will he make it in time for their next clash?
In charge against Crystal Palace?
Now, news has come forth about his availability for Crystal Palace, and it is good news for the Man United faithful. As per Rob Dawson of ESPN, the paperwork has been completed and he should be available for the clash.
However, he will remain in the stands to watch his new side welcome Arsenal to Old Trafford this evening:
Understand paperwork has now been completed for Ralf Rangnick to take over as Man United interim coach. Plan is still for him to watch from the stands tonight but should be in the dugout for Crystal Palace game on Sunday.
Understand paperwork has now been completed for Ralf Rangnick to take over as Man United interim coach. Plan is still for him to watch from the stands tonight but should be in the dugout for Crystal Palace game on Sunday.
— Rob Dawson (@RobDawsonESPN) December 2, 2021
This news has since been confirmed by BBC Sport’s Simon Stone, who claims he will have no input on tonight’s affair.
Ralf Rangnick has got his visa. In the stands tonight. No input into game – but in dug-out for Palace.
— Simon Stone (@sistoney67) December 2, 2021
Will his addition to the technical area bring with it an upturn in Manchester United performances and fortunes?
