Ralf Rangnick, the manager of Manchester United, has indicated that he will not be returning to the club as a consultant. The German manager stated that he will not be able to focus on his new duty as Austria manager owing to the obligations of his new position.
Manchester United issued an official statement on their website confirming Ralf Rangnick's resignation.
"Due to the responsibilities of his new post as Austria manager, Ralf Rangnick has indicated that he will not be remaining on as a consultant at Manchester United," the club said.
"In a press conference with Austria on Sunday, Ralf Rangnick acknowledged the announcement, and Manchester United said: "We would like to thank Ralf Rangnick for his efforts as interim manager over the last six months."
By mutual agreement, Ralf will now focus solely on his new role as manager of the Austria national team and will not therefore be taking up a consultancy role at Old Trafford.
