Ralf Rangnick explains how to catch Man City as Kevin De Bruyne names key Manchester United threat

Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, March 4.

Ralf Rangnick believes Manchester United need 'continuity and consistency' at all levels if they are going to close the gap on Man City in the years to come. United face City in the Premier League this weekend and head into the match a staggering 19-points behind their noisy neighbours.

United have gradually fallen further and further behind their local rivals in the years since Sir Alex Ferguson retired, with the club struggling to find consistency both on and off the pitch.

Read more from Rangnick here.

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City's Kevin De Bruyne has already picked out United's key threat ahead of Sunday's derby match. The Belgian midfielder is enjoying another impressive season for the Blues, scoring eight goals and grabbing seven assists in his 30 appearances.

City currently sit top of the Premier League table and are still in contention for the Champions League and FA Cup. Their next challenge comes in the form of fierce rivals United.

Back in 2020, De Bruyne highlighted the player his teammates should watch out for when they face their local rivals.

Read more from De Bruyne here.

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