5 reasons why Ralf Rangnick is the ideal fit for Manchester United

Ralf Rangnick is reportedly set to become Manchester United boss
Ralf Rangnick is reportedly set to become Manchester United boss

#3 Ralf Rangnick can improve the existing squad

Villarreal CF v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League
Villarreal CF v Manchester United: Group F - UEFA Champions League

Manchester United need strengthening in midfield, but given how the transfer window goes in January, Ralf Rangnick may have to work with what the squad is. The Red Devils are still a great side with several world-class players, but Manchester United players will be short of confidence.

During recent poor performances, many former players like Roy Keane and Wayne Rooney have criticized the Manchester United players for their lack of desire and commitment. To improve the situation, there can be no better personnel than Ralf Rangnick.

The German is known for employing special 'rondos' in his training that look to improve the offensive and defensive side of the game.

His philosophy involves regaining possession within 8 seconds after losing the ball and when in attack, must take a shot on goal within 10 seconds. Rangnick employs a 'ticking clock' on the ground that helps make these habits a natural instinct of the players.

As such, the Manchester United players, who have often been criticized for the way they have been coached and trained, could benefit massively under Ralf Rangnick.


#2 Manchester United can solidify recruitment strategy

Overspending is never a great idea and United are the kings of it
Overspending is never a great idea and United are the kings of it

"If you can't get the right players, don't get the wrong ones at least".

The above is a quote by Ralf Rangnick himself, which underlines a massive issue with Manchester United. By changing managers that play significantly differently from each other, Manchester United have invested in many players who can't provide returns on the money spent on them. Few became so poor that United had to book immediate losses on the investment.

Ralf Rangnick was the man who once informed his then club about a certain talented Brazilian, but his idea was rejected on the grounds of a transfer fee. PSV used Rangnick's suggestion to give the world a glimpse of Brazilian sensation Ronaldo - the phenomenon. And the rest is history!

Manchester United have overspent on so many occasions that it looks abysmal at times. Ralf Rangnick will have his job cut out because Manchester United will have to recruit better and wiser going forward.

Given his track record, there could be no better candidate than Ralf Rangnick to clean up the recruitment strategy.


#1 Manchester United could establish proper system

Manchester United v Leicester City - Premier League
Manchester United v Leicester City - Premier League

Ralf Rangnick will be at Manchester United beyond six months in the role of a consultant. As per multiple sources, Richard Arnold, who will be taking over from Ed Woodward, will be looking to delegate the tasks to experts rather than learn on the job.

The first big task will be to get a new manager for the long run at Manchester United. The Red Devils are yet to find the talisman post Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement, and perhaps Ralf Rangnick holds the key.

Ralf Rangnick is not just a scout or an executive, but he has trained many of the modern and the best German coaches. Both Tuchel and Klopp have spoken highly about Rangnick's influence on their managerial styles. Quite honestly, what can be a bigger testament to the kind of organization that Ralf Rangnick can bring to Manchester United?

Manchester United will be keeping hold of Kieran McKenna and Michael Carrick, as well as Nick Cox. Under the watchful eye of the German, Manchester United could establish a proper system from top to bottom at Old Trafford. The club could benefit massively from such an organizational structure that has been lacking recently.

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