On Wednesday afternoon, interim Manchester United head coach Ralf Rangnick took questions from the media.

In recent weeks, Rangnick's press conferences have been hailed for their candor. In spite of United's dismal season, Rangnick, who is poised to depart his interim job soon, hasn't shied away from addressing the club's apparent problems head-on.

United's chances of finishing in the top four were all but dashed after their 3-1 loss at Arsenal over the weekend. Scott McTominay, overcome with passion, declared that after the loss, United will play for 'pride' in the remaining four games.

Old Trafford hosts Chelsea on Thursday night, and the Londoners are expected to finish third in the Premier League. Harry Maguire, Jadon Sancho, and Fred are among six players who will miss the match due to injury, according to manager Philipp Rangnick.

Ralf Rangnick does not feel that Manchester United's ability to attract top-tier players in the transfer market will be diminished as a result of their likely failure to qualify for the Champions League.

Anthony Elanga can assist Manchester United in increasing their transfer budget this summer.

Rangnick has all but written off Manchester United's slim hopes of finishing fourth in the Premier League after three defeats in their past four games, with four more games to go. United is six points behind of Arsenal, who has a game in hand. Arsenal is in fourth position.

Several players currently under contract with the club, including Lee Grant, Nemanja Matic, Paul Pogba, Jesse Lingard, Juan Mata, and Edinson Cavani, are expected to leave the club when their contracts expire in June. A number of players currently under contract with the club are also open to leaving.