Ralf Rangnick work visa problems delay debut as Manchester United manager

The German has been appointed as interim manager until the end of the season but has not yet been granted a work visa. A United statement said: “While the club follows the regulatory process around a work visa, Carrick will continue at the helm.”

Carrick, a former United midfielder and now coaching staff member, was appointed as caretaker after Ole Gunnar Solskjær’s sacking following the 4-1 loss at Watford earlier this month. The 40-year-old has taken charge of a 2-0 victory at Villarreal that sealed qualification for the Champions League knockout stages and Sunday’s league draw at Chelsea. For each game he showed a willingness to make tough calls – dropping Bruno Fernandes for the win at Villarreal and CR7 for the 1-1 result at Chelsea.