After months of speculation and anticipation, Hertha BSC has officially appointed former Dortmund assistant manager Ralf Rangnick as the new head coach of the team. The appointment comes as a major boost for the club, who have struggled with relegation in recent seasons.

Rangnick's appointment is seen as a coup for Hertha BSC, who had been searching for a new manager since the departure of Thomas Tuchel at the end of last season. The German coach is widely regarded as one of the most talented managers in Europe, having won multiple Bundesliga titles and European Cups during his time at Manchester United.

The appointment also marks a return to the club for Rangnick, who played for Hertha BSC between 1992 and 1997 before moving on to play for several other clubs including Manchester United, Real Madrid and FC Barcelona. His experience at the top level of football will be invaluable to Hertha BSC, who have struggled with relegation in recent seasons.

In an interview with the club's official website, Rangnick said: "I am excited to be back at Hertha BSC and I am looking forward to working with the players and management. We have a strong squad and I believe we can avoid relegation this season."

With Rangnick at the helm, Hertha BSC will be hoping for better things in the coming season. The club's fans will be hopeful that the former Dortmund assistant can lead them to success, and that they can avoid the dreaded relegation from the Bundesliga.