Manchester United report: Ralf Rangnick targets RB Leipzig star as his first signing

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Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has identified an RB Leipzig midfielder to sign for the club

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick
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Manchester United are set to bid for RB Leipzig star Amadou Haidara, according to reports.

New interim manager Ralf Rangnick has identified the midfielder as the first player he would like to join him in the north west, having seen the player firsthand during his work with the east German outfit.

Rangnick apparently agrees with fans and critics that the midfield is too soft and wants to address that area right away. 

The 63-year-old has already stated that he's excited to work with his new squad. 

"The squad is full of talent and has a great balance of youth and experience," Rangnick said in his unveiling. 

"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."

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