Ralf Rangnick 'is GRANTED his Man United work permit', allowing him to start as interim boss - but Michael Carrick is set to lead team against Arsenal, with new manager in the stands Man United interim manager Ralf Rangnick has been granted his work permit Rangnick was confirmed as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's replacement on Monday But he could not begin work straight away because of issues securing a visa Michael Carrick will still take charge of Thursday night's clash against Arsenal Rangnick's first press conference is on Friday ahead of the Crystal Palace game By Max Winters For Mailonline Published: 11:44 GMT, 2 December 2021 | Updated: 11:46 GMT, 2 December 2021 Viewcomments Ralf Rangnick has been granted his work permit, allowing the German to begin work as Manchester United's interim boss. Rangnick was confirmed as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's replacement on Monday, signing a temporary deal until the end of the season before then taking on a consultancy role at Old Trafford. Issues securing a work permit meant he could not take training this week and, although he will be at United's Premier League clash with Arsenal on Thursday night, caretaker boss Michael Carrick will be in the dugout. Rangnick will hold his first press conference on Friday ahead of Sunday's home match with Crystal Palace - which will be his first as United manager. More to follow. Manchester United's interim manager Ralf Rangnick has finally been granted his work permit Share or comment on this article: All rights reserved for this news site (dailymail) and under his responsibility