Ralf Rangnik signs new Austria deal after AC Milan talks break down

Ralf Rangnick has had his contract with Austria extended

Austria coach ⁠Ralf Rangnick extended his contract until 2028 on Saturday after ‌media reports had linked him with ‌a technical director role at ‌AC Milan.

The 67-year-old German managed ‌Manchester United from 2021 to 2022 ‌before taking charge of Austria later that year. His previous ‌deal had been set to ⁠run ‌until after the World Cup in the ​United States, Mexico and Canada.

Rangnick helped Austria qualify for ​a World Cup for the first time in 28 years.

"Rangnick ⁠will continue ​the successful run with the Austrian national team and remain in his role with the Austrian ‌Football Association at least until UEFA EURO 2028," it said in a statement.

"Under Rangnick's leadership, the Austrian squad has developed exceptionally well both on the field and structurally in recent years and has established itself on ‌the international stage."

Austria begin their ​World Cup campaign on Tuesday ‌against Jordan at the San Francisco Bay Area Stadium. They are in Group J, which also includes holders Argentina and ⁠Algeria.