United are sixth, five points ahead of the Wolves, who have one game in hand and are eighth – almost certainly the highest position United would have to finish in order to avoid a continental event next season. Ranknik was asked if there could be an advantage for Ten Hag if that happened. “It could be an advantage, but that does not mean we will give away any of the other four games,” said the interim coach. “For us, our obligation is clear. This is our job, my job, the job of the players that we try to get the best possible results and then see at the end of the season where we will finish. “Now talking about whether this would be an advantage or not does not make sense because if I did it would be interpreted again. It is important for me to get results, to play as best we can, because this will also affect the atmosphere and the mood for the new season “. United host Chelsea on Thursday with six players out and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in doubt. “Unfortunately, Fred is not available yet,” Rangnick said. “He tried to train yesterday [on Tuesday] and then I had a conversation with him and with a player like Fred it does not make sense to play him too early with a muscle injury, as we would take the risk of getting injured again. Ralph Rangnik talks to his players in Carrington ahead of Manchester United’s game against Chelsea. Photo: Ash Donelon / Manchester United / Getty Images “Besides, Harry Magour is not available. has some problems with his knee – a sting. He did not train yesterday and today. Paul [Pogba] obviously still out, Luke Shaw still, Jadon [Sancho] he is sick – he has had tonsillitis since yesterday, he could not train today and he will not be available tomorrow. “Edinson Cavani will have to return to training on Friday.” Ranknik said he had 14 older players available and that three or four younger players would be part of the team. Hannibal Mejbri, Alejandro Garnacho and varlvaro Fernández are expected to be included. Ranknik has stated that he will definitely continue at the club next year as a consultant. “Yes, I will,” he said. “I look forward to working in this advisory role and obviously helping Erik as much as he wants. So far we have not been able to talk to each other and we have not had any contact. The Fiver: sign up and receive our daily football email. “It focuses on Ajax, I have my focus on Manchester United here. “Obviously I am more than willing and ready to help both Eric and anyone at the club to change everything for the better.”