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FootballRalf Ragnick Reveal Ultimate Target for Manchester United As Red Devils EPL Struggle Continues
- Ralf Rangnick says finishing fourth is the highest possible achievement for Manchester United as the Red Devils battle to finish in the Champions League spot
- The Red Devils let another half-time lead slip as they were held to a 1-1 draw by Southampton at Old Trafford and missed the chance to go fourth in the Premier League
- The draw against Southampton was the fourth time in six games that Manchester United have failed to win after being ahead at the interval
Ralf Ragnick says the target for Manchester United is to finish in the top four of the English Premier League as the Red Devils continue to struggle for consistency all season.
The 13-time Premier League champions have struggled to for form all season and once again dropped points from a winning position against Southampton playing a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford.
According to Sky Sports, it was the fourth time in six games that United have failed to win after being ahead at the interval.
Ragnick has now revealed that finishing in the top four this season will be the needed confidence boost Manchester United will need.
"Right now, it is exactly what United needs to want. I think this is the highest possible achievement we can get.
"The other thing is to hopefully proceed in the Champions League. In the league, it is currently number four that is our target and what we are aiming at.
Manchester United confidence hit after squandering leads
Meanwhile, Ralf Ragnick has noted his Manchester United players are suffering from a lack of confidence due to the team’s recent poor results.
The Red Devils have taken the lead in three consecutive games only to be pegged back by their opponents and take points off the Old Trafford club.
According to Pulse Sports, Ragnick has now admitted that Manchester United's self-belief has been dented by their recent habit of throwing away leads.
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FootballMan United and Liverpool Engage in Serious Transfer Fight
Earlier, Sports Brief reported Manchester United have joined their Premier League rivals Liverpool in a big race to sign Barcelona youngster Ronald Araujo who is yet to sign a new deal at the Nou Camp.
These two Premier League giants feel that Ronald Araujo would be a perfect addition in the summer as they are ready to bolster their squads.
At the end of the ongoing season in Europe, Ronald Araujo's contract at Barcelona will remain one year and the Catalans have been trying for the Uruguayan to commit his future to the club.