Here are your morning headlines for Wednesday, March 9.
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Rio Ferdinand insists Ralf Rangnick has done a good job since his appointment as Manchester United interim manager.
Since arriving at Old Trafford, the former RB Leipzig boss has tasted defeat just once in the league, and has seen a general upturn in results following Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s spell in charge.
United currently lead the way in the race for the top four in the Premier League, although Arsenal, Tottenham and Wolves all hold games in hand which could see them overtake the Reds.
And while results have improved, there still remains question marks over United’s displays since Rangnick took charge, with some performances still proving lacklustre.
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Off the field issues also continue to dominate the headlines with rumours of player unrest, and questions over some of the German’s training methods.
Nevertheless, former United centre-back Ferdinand has defended Rangnick’s record, and has given his backing for his time in charge so far.
“There’s a real Debbie Downer on Rangnick and Man United at the moment,” Ferdinand told the Vibe With Five podcast.
“Yes, I think the fixture list while he’s been there has been quite favourable to Man United, but only Man City have picked up more points since he’s come in.
“So he can’t be doing as badly as the way it’s spoken about in the media. In terms of points, you have to say he’s a pass at the moment.
“Everyone’s saying Liverpool
Here are your morning headlines for Wednesday, March 9.
Rio Ferdinand has claimed Marcus Rashford doesn’t deserve a place in the upcoming England squad.
Former centre-back Rio Ferdinand has slammed the lack of communication coming from Manchester United's defenders following Sunday's 4-1 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Harry Maguire and Aaron Wan-Bissaka, look away. Manchester United’s fans made their feelings abundantly clear following their side’s derby defeat on Sunday.
Goalkeeper David de Gea has sent a powerful message to Manchester United's supporters following Sunday's 4-1 defeat to Manchester City, becoming the first United player to break his silence on social media since the game in the process.
Gary Neville has admitted that he would be "stunned" if Ralf Rangnick is in charge of Manchester United next season.
Former midfielder Roy Keane has suggested that Manchester United's players are not giving their all for Ralf Rangnick due to his status as interim manager.
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.
Former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott believes Ralf Rangnick's gameplan for Manchester United's trip to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday should dictate whether or not club captain Harry Maguire makes the starting line-up.
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.
Manchester United will be aiming to put the disappointment of Saturday's goalless draw with Watford behind them when they face cross-city rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon.
Former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has already told Ralf Rangnick how to stop Man City.
Rio Ferdinand has pinpointed the difference Anthony Elanga has brought to Manchester United with his style of play.
Ralf Rangnick believes Manchester United have a striker shortage after drawing for the fifth time out of the last seven games against Watford.
Owen Hargreaves has underlined the decline in Manchester United over the years after insisting they would have beaten Watford four or five years ago.
Ralf Rangnick admitted Manchester United are not clinical enough after they were held to a demoralising draw by 19th-placed Watford at Old Trafford.
Ralf Rangnick insisted any tactical aspect of Manchester United's first-half performance against Atletico Madrid was irrelevant as they were so poor.