Haven't Arrived At Old Trafford, Ralf Rangnick Has Made Jurgen Klopp Nervous

JAKARTA - Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp lauded Ralf Rangnick by telling reporters this Friday that the possible arrival of his German compatriot to Manchester United was "not good news" for the rest of the Premier League.

Rangnick, who previously coached Schalke 04, Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig and is currently head of sport and development for Lokomotiv Moscow, is almost certain to be appointed interim manager of Old Trafford.

"It's a bit complicated, we usually don't talk until everything is confirmed," Klopp said ahead of Liverpool's home game against Southampton today, quoted by Antara.

"He is obviously a very experienced manager. Unfortunately good coaches have come to England and Man United. He is famous for building the club from the ground up. United will be organised, which is not good news."

Klopp added that the 63-year-old Rangnick was highly respected by his country's coaches and had done an "incredible" job at all the clubs he led in Germany.

Previously, it was reported that United would appoint Rangnick as interim coach on a six-month contract. He will be given the club's consultant role for two years after United find a permanent coach.

Quoted from social media transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Rangnick told United's board he would accept this temporary job only if future 'consultation' with powers on club options would be included in the deal. The Red Devils are ready to accept this condition.

Romano's latest report reads that Ralf is interested in taking up the role of full-time manager if United offer him the role.

Manchester United confirmed to Ralf Rangnick his 'consultancy' role from June 2022 until 2024 - but Ralf would be interested in taking the full time manager role if offered. #MUFCRangnick's camp working on work permit. It's taking time - he's planning to arrive next week. pic.twitter.com/jjGGVXMWZ2

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 26, 2021

Rangnick has definitely joined United, the deal will be signed at the latest this weekend. However, due to a work permit, United's match against Chelsea this week was still led by Michael Carrick.