Ralf Rangnick gives brutal analysis of Man United’s problems – The club is in historically bad form down in 14th place in the Premier League.
Former Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has provided a stark review of the club’s current situation, claiming they are “significantly worse” than when he first pointed out the problems.
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Rangnick, who managed United on an interim basis for the second half of the 2021/22 season before Erik ten Hag took over, was also offered an advisory role. The German coach did not hold back with his honest assessment of the team at the time.
Required “open-heart surgery”
He then called for “open-heart surgery” and a complete rebuilding behind the scenes. While new minority owners Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS have implemented administrative changes, things on the track have taken a dramatic turn. United now find themselves in a frightening 14th place in the Premier League under Ruben Amorim.
In a panel debate on Canal+, Rangnick was asked for his opinion on his former employer’s difficulties, and he lashed out at management for the decisions made since his departure.
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£750 million wasted?
“Some fundamental things had to change, and since then, £700 million, if not £750 million, has been spent on new players,” he began. “And on the table, they are even significantly worse than then.”
“They could actually save the season with a win in the Europa League, because then they would qualify for the Champions League. Anything else would be a disappointment, and it will be interesting to see what happens.”
System conflict wreaks havoc
“They hired a coach in the middle of the season who plays with three or five in defence, while the squad is built for a four-back system. You see that when they play, especially in Premier League games against opponents United normally have to beat.”
“Of course, in the Europa League they have – normally you would have been knocked out with the result against Lyon – turned it around. And of course, the stadium has had a big effect.”
Challenging transfer window awaits
Amorim has openly asked for reinforcements in the summer transfer window, demanding players who are better suited to his 3-4-2-1 formation. But United face the daunting challenge of having to sell players before they can buy new ones.
The focus is currently on Wolverhampton striker Matheus Cunha, but there are also plans to bring in a new striker and goalkeeper. Other plans, such as an expensive purchase of Southampton winger Tyler Dibling, could depend on whether United qualify for the Champions League.
Rangnick’s brutal honesty underscores the scale of the challenges United face – both sporting and financial – as the club fights to regain its place among England’s and Europe’s elite.
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