Why Manchester United Hired 'The Godfather Of German Coaching'
Manchester United turned some heads last week when it announced that Ralf Rangnick, an influential German coach and sporting director, will serve as its interim manager until the end of the season. Today, The Athletic's Raphael Honigstein tells us about the man known as 'The Godfather of German coaching,' how he changed the definition of what a soccer coach could be in his native country, and why Manchester United believes he is the right man for the job. But will Rangnick’s hands-on, high-pressure approach mesh with United’s roster of international superstars, including 36-year-old Cristiano Ronaldo?
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