Rangnick says incoming Man United boss Ten Hag should keep Ronaldo

Ralf Rangnick has urged Manchester United to sign two strikers this summer, but advised new manager Erik ten Hag to keep Cristiano Ronaldo.

Ronaldo produced a man-of-the-match performance and scored his 24th goal of the season against Brentford on Monday night. On a lap of honour to mark United’s final home game of the season, he appeared to mouth ‘I’m not finished’ to fans, but then waved as he headed down the tunnel.

Rangnick believes United need to strengthen in attack when new boss Ten Hag arrives from Ajax this summer, but thinks the Ronaldo, 37, should see out the second year of his contract.

‘The way we played again tonight, not only because he scored he also won the penalty and helped defensively, why should he not be part of the squad and help the team?’ said Rangnick. ‘But this is a question you have to ask Erik and also Cristiano.

‘Cristiano is not a central striker. He does not want to play in that position but if you look at international football there are not many teams who play with two strikers.

‘For me, it is a question of what players Manchester United have in the future. It is obvious United need two more quality strikers.

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