Bayern Munich turn to former Manchester United manager for rescue

Bayern Munich have turned to former Manchester United manager for rescue. The Bundesliga giants are believed to be in talks with Ralf Rangnick to replace Thomas Tuchel this summer.

The Bavarians have already suffered two setbacks in their efforts to secure a successor for Tuchel at Allianz Arena. This came after their key target Xabi Alonso vowed to stay at Bayer Leverkusen for at least another season. Similarly, another target and former boss, Julian Nagelsmann had last week extended his contract with Germany’s national team.

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Bayern meanwhile, over last weekend distanced themselves from report linking them with  Zinedine Zidane.

Now, Sky Germany reports that Rangnick and Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi are on Bayern’s shortlist and the German club have already held negotiations with the former Manchester United interim manager.

The report claims that talks with Rangnick, which were held before Nagelsmann turned down a return to Bayern, were ‘positive’, while the 65-year-old is said to be ‘open’ to a return to the Bundesliga.

Rangnick who enjoys close relationship with Tuchel is reported to replace the Bayern boss this summer

Rangnick already has vast experience of managing in the German top flight with Stuttgart, Hannover 96, Schalke, Hoffenheim and RB Leipzig.

He is currently head coach of Austria’s national team and is set to lead his side during their Euro 2024 campaign this summer.

When asked earlier this month if he had spoken to Bayern, Rangnick said: ‘No. Why should I?

‘I feel comfortable here. I still have a contract until 2026 and our goal and our path will continue after the Euros.’

Bayern, meanwhile, have also considered U-turning on their decision to let Tuchel leave at the end of the season.

‘The decision was made beforehand. But it was made together. That’s why we don’t need to discuss it. I really enjoy working with Thomas,’ said Bayern’s director Max Eberl at the weekend.