"We have had no contact"

Manchester United interim supervisor Ralf Rangnick has admitted that he has not had a chat along with his successor Erik ten Hag. The German has hinted that since he’s busy with United and Ten Hag with Ajax, the 2 are unlikely to speak earlier than mid-Might.

A lot to the delight of supporters, Manchester United have formally introduced Erik ten Hag as their subsequent everlasting supervisor. The Dutchman, who’s at the moment busy guiding Ajax to their thirty sixth Eredivisie title, will take cost of a struggling United crew forward of subsequent season.

Official, confirmed. Erik ten Hag has been appointed as new Manchester United supervisor. He’s the person for the brand new period. 🚨🇳🇱 #MUFCOfficial assertion by Manchester United & Ajax confirms the settlement accomplished and signed. https://t.co/vIWlJOzLiE

Manchester United’s present supervisor, Ralf Rangnick, will proceed to stay related to the membership, however in an advisory function. With the 2 tacticians set to work intently collectively within the coming season, a very good relationship could be essential to the membership’s well-being. The previous RB Leipzig supervisor, nonetheless, has confirmed that the pair haven’t had an opportunity to have a chat but.

Talking to the Manchester Evening News, the 63-year-old mentioned:

“His focus is on Ajax now and making an attempt to win the title now. My focus is on our membership and getting the absolute best outcomes. Each time he has time or want to communicate, I am out there. However I’d not wish to contact him alone account proper now.”

Fixture congestion might need saved Rangnick from contacting Ten Hag, however he didn’t chorus from expressing his pleasure about working with the Ajax boss.

Rangnick added:

“I am wanting ahead to working in that advisory function and clearly serving to Erik as a lot as he desires it himself. Up to now, we have not been capable of communicate with one another and now we have had no contact. He has his give attention to Ajax, I’ve my give attention to Manchester United right here. Clearly, I am greater than prepared and ready to assist each Erik and whomever within the membership with a view to change every part for the higher.”

Manchester United face an uphill battle towards Chelsea on Thursday

4 days after their harrowing 3-1 defeat to Arsenal, the Crimson Devils tackle one other London outfit within the Premier League. West London membership Chelsea are set to roll into Manchester on Thursday night time (28 April), seeking to condemn Ralf Rangnick’s aspect to their third consecutive defeat.

Within the final eight days, United have been comfortably outscored by Liverpool and Arsenal, conceding seven and scoring solely as soon as. Enjoying at dwelling tonight, they need to really feel a bit extra comfy, however beating Thomas Tuchel’s aspect may not be a chance.

The Blues, who’re adept in protection, might look to isolate Cristiano Ronaldo and break up United’s midfield play via Ruben Loftus-Cheek or N’Golo Kante.

They may then financial institution on their in-form duo Mason Mount and Timo Werner to do a quantity on Manchester United’s protection. Given the way in which the house crew’s protection has carried out this season, a bloodbath can’t be dominated out for tonight.