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'This needs to be nipped in the bud!': Paul Merson urges Manchester United to SACK Ralf Rangnick, and admits he doesn't think Red Devils boss should take on consultancy role at end of the season

Pundit Paul Merson has urged Manchester United to part ways with Ralf Rangnick, as the Red Devils slip further away from a Champions League position.

The German boss has come under fire in recent weeks, with the Red Devils putting in a number of underwhelming performances - including an FA Cup defeat at Old Trafford to Championship side Middlesbrough.

As the pressure continues to rise on the former Leipzig manager, pundits have gotten involved and urged United to find a replacement sooner rather than later.

Manchester United boss Ralf Rangnick has come under fire after a string of poor results
Pundit Paul Merson says he doesn't think Rangnick should take on consultancy role next year

Speaking on Sky Sports, Merson said: 'One-hundred per cent [Rangnick won’t be in charge of Man Utd next season].