Here are your morning headlines for Wednesday, March 9.
Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick hints at Victor Lindelof dilemma ahead of Leeds fixture
19.02.2022 - 16:49 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has confirmed that Victor Lindelof is in contention to keep his place in the starting line-up for Manchester United's clash with Leeds United at Elland Road on Sunday afternoon.
Lindelof, who is under contract at Old Trafford until the summer of 2024, was drafted into the starting line-up at last-minute on Tuesday evening against Brighton & Hove Albion after Raphael Varane fell ill ahead of the pre-match warm-up getting under way.
The Swede slotted in at centre-back alongside Harry Maguire and, despite being thrown into the side at the 11th hour, produced a professional showing in what was his first outing since the 3-1 win over Brentford on January 19.
Although Varane has been declared fit to return against the Whites, Rangnick has refused to rule out the prospect of Lindelof retaining his place, meaning the German could have a tough decision to make.
"He's a top professional and he did well before he was ill and before he had the incident with his house," Rangnick explained, reflecting on Lindelof's recent performances.
"For me, from now on, he will play and he is also a candidate to play so we have enough players in the centre of defence who can play with a high amount of experience.
"In the end, it's the players themselves, who decide who is going to play on the next game [with their performances in training and matches]."
Rangnick is going to need as many options available to him as possible over the next few games as Sunday's tussle with Leeds is their first of three outings in the space of just seven days.
Rangnick continued: "We have to play one after the other, we are fully aware the game at Leeds is an important one for us to stay where we are right now in the table we have to
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06.03.2022 / 23:13
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick addresses Cristiano Ronaldo and Edinson Cavani issues amid Roy Keane claim
Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick insists he has no reason to dispute the cause behind Cristiano Ronaldo's absence for the 4-1 thrashing by City and insisted it would be unhelpful to be 'frustrated' by the continued absence of Edinson Cavani.
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06.03.2022 / 16:21
Manchester United 'add' Ralph Hasenhuttl to managerial shortlist
Manchester United have added Southampton boss Ralph Hasenhuttl to their managerial shortlist as the pursuit of a permanent head coach continues.
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06.03.2022 / 07:53
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick makes Champions League transfer admission
Ralf Rangnick has admitted Manchester United might find it harder to attract players this summer if they do not secure a return to the Champions League.
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04.03.2022 / 11:43
Manchester United's Victor Lindelof sends warning to Man City ahead of Manchester derby
Victor Lindelof "knows" Manchester United have the quality to beat Manchester City this weekend.
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03.03.2022 / 20:23
Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick sends Jesse Marsch private message after Leeds appointment
Newly-appointed Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch revealed that Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick sent him a message after his arrival at Elland Road.
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28.02.2022 / 13:51
Leeds manager target Jesse Marsch calls Manchester United's Ralf Rangnick a 'genius'
Incoming Leeds boss Jesse Marsch hasn’t been shy about his admiration for Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick over the years.
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27.02.2022 / 15:27
Manchester United fans mercilessly troll Leeds after Marcelo Bielsa sacking
Manchester United fans couldn’t help but poke fun at Leeds after Marcelo Bielsa’s departure was confirmed.
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23.02.2022 / 22:45
Manchester United fans react to line-up vs Atletico Madrid as Victor Lindelof starts in new role
Interim manager Ralf Rangnick has named his starting line-up for Manchester United's showdown with Atletico Madrid in the first-leg of their Champions League last-16 tie at the Wanda Metropolitano Stadium this evening, making some interesting calls.
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22.02.2022 / 02:17
Rio Ferdinand launches staunch defence of Ralf Rangnick's record as Manchester United boss
Rio Ferdinand insists Ralf Rangnick has done a good job since his appointment as Manchester United interim manager.
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20.02.2022 / 20:41
Ralf Rangnick explains how Manchester United hit back at critics with win at Leeds United
Ralf Rangnick believes Manchester United's pulsating 4-2 win at Leeds United was the 'best reply' to reports of disruption in the dressing room.
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20.02.2022 / 18:32
'What a day to be alive!' - Manchester United fans go wild as Harry Maguire scores vs Leeds
Manchester United's long wait to score from a corner has been finally brought to an end, thanks to Harry Maguire's first half header against Leeds United at Elland Road.
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20.02.2022 / 13:21
We simulated Leeds United vs Manchester United to get a score prediction
Manchester United face historic rivals Leeds United on Sunday, as the Reds look for another crucial three points in the top four race.
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17.02.2022 / 19:53
Manchester United receive double injury boost ahead of Premier League fixture vs Leeds
Raphael Varane and Edinson Cavani should be available for selection when Manchester United play Leeds on Sunday.
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16.02.2022 / 08:41
Victor Lindelof opens up on responding to Ralf Rangnick criticism at Manchester United
Victor Lindelof thinks Manchester United were more 'aggressive' in the second half against Brighton.
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15.02.2022 / 07:45
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick sends message to Edinson Cavani over late withdrawals
Ralf Rangnick has no issues with Manchester United striker Edinson Cavani's latest lay-off with a groin injury.
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14.02.2022 / 08:11
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick makes Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admission over sacking
Manchester United were so worried about qualifying for the Champions League they sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to Ralf Rangnick.
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08.02.2022 / 15:55
Ralf Rangnick sends warning to Manchester United players after Martial and Van de Beek exits
Ralf Rangnick has insisted there is still competition for places at Manchester United despite January departures from the club.
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04.02.2022 / 08:07
Manchester United manager Ralf Rangnick explains why he only started Donny van de Beek once
Ralf Rangnick says competition for places denied Donny van de Beek more playing time for Manchester United this season.
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03.02.2022 / 12:31
Manchester United's main aim was to 'get players out' in January transfer window
Manchester United's main aim was to 'get players out' of the club during the January transfer window, according to Alan Smith.