Man Utd manager Ralf Rangnick backs UEFA decision amid Russia's invasion into Ukraine

The fact Cristiano Ronaldo is 200/1 with Betfred to score a hat-trick at the Etihad tomorrow says it all.

Manchester United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has confirmed that it is unlikely that Edinson Cavani will be fit enough to start Sunday's Manchester derby at the Etihad Stadium.

Manchester United fans are split on whether they would be happy with Ralf Rangnick as the club’s permanent manager.

Manchester United duo Harry Maguire and Fred are both celebrating their 28th birthday today, so we decided to look at how different things could have been for the duo.Unfortunately, they will have to temper their birthday festivities as they have a tumultuous away clash with Manchester City on the horizon.As well as birthdays, Maguire and Fred also share a similar story in which both stars allegedly rejected the advances of the reigning champions, opting to join United instead. Jose Mourinho beat the Citizens to the £53m signature of Fred, while United managed to sway Maguire over to United in an £85m deal.But as Ralf Rangnick’s side travel to the Etihad Stadium to face Pep Guardiola technicians at in a match neither side can afford to lose, Mirror Football takes a look at seven United players who snubbed City to walk through the doors of Old Trafford.

Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick has been warned that he must consider the "long-term impact" of continuing to select Harry Maguire.Rangnick is bidding to keep United's top-four hopes alive this weekend when they clash with Manchester City.United's bitter rivals are well-placed in their bid to retain their Premier League crown - where they currently boast a 19-point lead over United at the summit of the standings.While Pep Guardiola's side are seemingly romping their way to another title, United have struggled during the interim reign of Rangnick.And a number of players have been repeatedly slammed for their poor form for United this season - including Maguire.Despite a clamour for Maguire to be dropped, Rangnick has persisted with his under-fire captain.However, with Manchester City in rampant form, there's every chance that the reigning champions could run riot at the Etihad on Sunday if United's defence aren't at their best.And that's prompted former Manchester City star Joleon Lescott to warn the German that he has to consider Maguire's long-term belief if he is determined to keep selecting him. "Another huge call Rangnick must make is whether to start Harry Maguire," Lescott told LiveScore.

Former Manchester City defender Joleon Lescott believes Ralf Rangnick's gameplan for Manchester United's trip to the Etihad Stadium on Sunday should dictate whether or not club captain Harry Maguire makes the starting line-up.

Former England midfielder John Barnes believes Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford would be a "good fit" for Liverpool - but has rubbished the possibility of him sealing a move to Anfield.

Bernardo Silva successfully told his Man City teammates how to stop Cristiano Ronaldo before November's Manchester derby between the two sides.

Manchester United have reportedly made contact with Erik ten Hag over his availability to take over as manager at the end of the season.The Red Devils are currently considering their options as they look for current interim manager Ralf Rangnick’s replacement in the summer.And it appears Ajax boss Ten Hag is United’s primary target, with the club reaching out to his representatives in a bid to determine whether he would be interested in the job.The Dutchman has been considered by a number of different clubs in recent seasons, including Tottenham, Bayern Munich and Barcelona, but remained committed to his Ajax project.The tactician generated interest after winning the Eredivisie with Ajax and propelling the side to their first Champions League semi-final since 1997.Tottenham especially came close to securing Ten Hag’s services last summer following the sacking of Jose Mourinho.The Spurs hierarchy were reportedly left unimpressed with the 52-year-old when he was interviewed, given his weak grasp of the English language and his desire to only bring one member of staff with him to the club.But that appears to have changed with The Daily Mail claiming this week that Ten Hag is currently working on improving his English.Do you think Ten Hag is a good appointment for Man United? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Victor Lindelof "knows" Manchester United have the quality to beat Manchester City this weekend.

Around two decades ago, Ralf Rangnick faced Jurgen Klopp while in charge of Hannover 96 in the Bundesliga. The two coaches weren't personal friends at the time, but their coaching styles appeared to be similar.

Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba has sent a message to Manchester City ahead of the Manchester derby this weekend.

Hannibal Mejbri hopes he can learn from Cristiano Ronaldo as he eyes a first-team breakthrough at Manchester United.

Pep Guardiola has previously descried Manchester United striker Marcus Rashford as ‘perfect’ and defended Paul Pogba, as his Manchester City side gear up for this weekend's derby.

Newly-appointed Leeds United manager Jesse Marsch revealed that Manchester United interim boss Ralf Rangnick sent him a message after his arrival at Elland Road.

For Man City fans, the home Manchester derby is traditionally the biggest game in the club’s fixture schedule.

Maguire has struggled for consistency this season, with calf and rib injuries interrupting his rhythm.The 28-year-old defender has made 27 appearances in all competitions for United this campaign, but was left out of the side in the most recent game against Watford on Saturday. Ralf Rangnick explained the decision was down to the need for “fresh legs, energy and the tactical demands against this Watford team.” But The Times now reports that there are tensions behind the scenes at United, with Maguire’s selection being privately questioned by members of the squad.

Cristiano Ronaldo for Manchester United’s Premier League derby with Manchester City on Sunday.The United manager will stick with under-fire star Ronaldo ahead of the visit to league leaders City, according to The Sun, despite his lacklustre form in recent weeks.Rangnick is said to be hopeful that a week-long rest will have revitalised and energised his main attacking threat, who has notched just one goal in his last 10 games.Ronaldo recently suffered his longest goal drought since the 2008/09 season - his first season at Real Madrid - before netting a stunning long-range strike against Brighton & Hove Albion.Ronaldo, 37, made his fifth start in just 15 days last Saturday as the Red Devils were held to a goalless draw by Watford.The Portuguese veteran missed a host of chances as he has uncharacteristically done over the past month.Yet Rangnick will have to stick with the Champions League all-time top goal-scorer due to a lack of other options up-front.Marcus Rashford’s confidence is at an all-time low in an attacking sense, having struggled to make an impact all season.Do you think Cristiano Ronaldo is finished as a player? Let us know in the comments section.Want to be on the ball with all of the latest football news?Well then sign up for the brilliant Daily Star football email newsletter!From the latest transfer news to the agenda-setting stories, get it all in your email inbox - don't miss a thing.It only takes a matter of seconds.Simply type your email address into the box at the top of this article and hit 'subscribe'.And that's it, job done.

Anthony Elanga has been named as the only Manchester United player 'close' to getting into the Man City team.

Manchester United will be aiming to put the disappointment of Saturday's goalless draw with Watford behind them when they face cross-city rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday afternoon.

Scott McTominay has been pictured back in training for Manchester United ahead of Sunday’s derby.