Manchester United has confirmed the appointment of Ralf Rangnick as the club's interim manager until the end of the season.
The 63-year-old German leaves Russian side Lokomotiv Moscow to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
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A club statement said: Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Ralf Rangnick as interim manager until the end of the season, subject to work visa requirements.
Following this period, Ralf and the club have agreed that he will continue in a consultancy role for a further two years.
John Murtough, Manchester United football director, said: “Ralf is one of the most respected coaches and innovators in European football. He was our number one candidate for interim manager, reflecting the invaluable leadership and technical skills he will bring from almost four decades of experience in management and coaching.
“Everyone at the club is looking forward to working with him during the season ahead, and then for a further two years in his advisory role.”
Ralf Rangnick said: “I am excited to be joining Manchester United and focused on making this a successful season for the club.
“The squad is full of talent and has a great balance of youth and experience. All my efforts for the next six months will be on helping these players fulfil their potential, both individually and, most importantly, as a team.
“Beyond that, I look forward to supporting the club’s longer-term goals on a consultancy basis.”
Michael Carrick will remain in charge of the first team until Ralf’s work visa is finalised.
Rangnick's first game at the helm of the club could be on Thursday against Arsenal at Old Trafford if his visa is finalised.
Rangnick will be tasked with galvanising United's season and steering them back into the top of four of the Premier League standings. They are currently eighth, five points behind West Ham in fourth.