Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Zinedine Zidane has no interest in becoming Manchester United manager
Latest reports are suggesting that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is on the brink of getting sacked from his position at Manchester United. The Red Devils suffered a humiliating 5-0 defeat against Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday. Mohamed Salah completed his hat-trick while Naby Keita and Diogo Jota also contributed a goal each to claim an emphatic victory for the Reds. The Norwegian boss is said to be under massive pressure after that embarrassing defeat that pushed United down to seventh in the league standings. If the 48-year-old is sacked, then Zinedine Zidane is said to be one of the top candidates to replace him at Old Trafford. However, as per Spanish publication Mondo Deportivo, the French boss is not prepared to return to management. The 49-year-...
Next Manchester United manager betting: Frontrunners to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer
Liverpool picked up a thumping 5-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford in the Premier League yesterday and the result has put Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under tremendous pressure. The Norwegian has struggled to get the best out of his side this season despite significant backing during the summer transfer window and the recent results have fuelled further speculations surrounding his future at Old Trafford. Some sections of the Manchester United fanbase are already calling for his dismissal and it remains to be seen whether the club hierarchy is willing to part ways with the Norwegian and bring in an upgrade in the coming weeks. A club of Manchester United’s stature is expected to challenge for the Premier League title but they currently find themselves eight points adrift of the league l...
Juventus eyeing a loan move for Manchester United midfielder
Juventus are reportedly interested to sign Donny van de Beek who is currently on the books of Manchester United. According to Football Insider, the Old Lady have started preliminary talks to sign the 24-year-old on loan in the January transfer window. The Serie A giants are said to be keen to wrap up a deal before January so the Netherlands international can sign as early as possible. Whether the deal will include an option to buy will be a point of discussion between the two European heavyweights. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s previous statements indicate that United are not prepared to sell the former Ajax player permanently. However, the 24-year-old is currently struggling for game time at the Red Devils as he has failed to start a Premier League or Ch...
Manchester United set to offer Harry Maguire bumper new contract
Manchester United are set to reward Harry Maguire for his amazing performances by offering him a bumper new contract, according to The Sun. The England international has been playing a key role for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side in the last few years. He joined the Red Devils from Leicester City in the summer of 2019 in a deal worth £80 million. The 28-year-old had signed a six-year contract at that time but now his employers are prepared to offer him new lucrative terms at Old Trafford. This bumper new deal will bring the centre-back in line with other senior players at United. SportsLens View Maguire is a highly talented defender who is known for his strong presence and great personality. The 28-year-old is a great passer of the ball while he ...
Manchester United boss defends decision to bench Cristiano Ronaldo in 1-1 draw against Everton
Manchester United endured another difficult Premier League match as Everton rallied to earn a 1-1 draw after falling behind in the first half at Old Trafford. Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer made some changes to the team on Saturday after United’s recent 2-1 victory over Villarreal in the Champions League. The Norwegian boss dropped star footballer Cristiano Ronaldo on the bench this weekend, despite the Portuguese running in good form. The manager’s decision to change the lineup seemed to be vindicated when Anthony Martial scored the first goal in the 43rd minute. However, despite featuring Ronaldo off the bench in the second half, the visitors managed to restore parity, with Andros Townsend on the scoresheet. And thus, the Red Devils failed to take full points in the...
Cristiano Ronaldo sends message on Instagram after Manchester United’s latest defeat
Cristiano Ronaldo made a stunning second debut at Manchester United as he scored two goals in his first match against Newcastle United at Old Trafford. The 36-year-old was also on the scoresheet in United’s subsequent matches against Young Boys and West Ham. However, now his run of scoring in three consecutive matches has come to an end as United suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa on Saturday. Reacting to the loss, the Portuguese star took to social media and posted the following message to the Red Devils’ fans. He wrote on Instagram: “This is only the beginning, but in a competition as strong as the Premier League, every point counts! We must react immediately, get back on our feet and show our true strength.” In Saturday’s match at...
Aston Villa’s Kortney Hause stun Manchester United with late winner
Manchester United suffered a disappointing 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa at Old Trafford after Bruno Fernandes failed to convert his spot-kick in injury time. The match looked to be heading for a draw after both teams failed to score a goal until the 88th minute. That was the point when defender Kortney Hause broke the deadlock through a brilliant near-post header. However, in a dramatic twist of events, the former Birmingham City player then gave away a penalty by handling Edinson Cavani’s header in extra time. The Red Devils had a brilliant opportunity to salvage a point but Fernandes blazed woefully over the target to hand the visitors three points. With this defeat, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side have now slipped to fourth in the Premier League t...
‘Getting fitter and fitter’: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirms double Manchester United fitness boost
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has provided an update on his players ahead of Sunday’s Premier League clash at Southampton. The Red Devils started their league campaign in stunning fashion with a thumping 5-1 win over Leeds United in front of their supporters. They are scheduled to face the Saints in their next encounter. United have had plenty of joy playing against the south coast outfit in recent seasons. The Saints were on the wrong end of an embarrassing 9-0 defeat at Old Trafford earlier this year, and they face another tough test this weekend. Speaking in a press conference today, Solskjaer confirmed that Edinson Cavani and Raphael Varane are available but refused to confirm whether they will make the trip. He said: “With regard to team news, that’s a boost as well. Edi...
‘Two tackles, three clearances’: Solskjaer praises ‘excellent’ Man United star after Leeds win
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer heaped praise on midfielder Scott McTominay after the club’s 5-1 Premier League win over Leeds United. The Red Devils started their new campaign in style against the Whites. Paul Pogba (four assists) and Bruno Fernandes (three goals) were undoubtedly the standout performers. However, almost every other player was at the top of his game. McTominay had a solid display with one interception, two tackles and three clearances. Speaking after the victory, Solskjaer was impressed with several players and said that McTominay was excellent, having barely featured during pre-season. He said: “Scott running on, that was a big thing. He’s not played more than 20 minutes this pre-season, and that was at centre-back.” “It was one of those where we kept him ...
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer on Paul Pogba, Jadon Sancho and Premier League title challenge
Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer spoke to the media ahead of the club’s Premier League opener against Leeds United on Saturday. The Red Devils finished an impressive second in the league standings last term, but they ended the season on a low note with a Europa League final defeat. Ahead of the new campaign, United have been fancied to mount a better challenge for the title, and Solskjaer believes his team has the potential to be in the race. He said: “Well, we have gradually closed the gaps. Nothing is beyond these players – I wouldn’t put it past them.” “It will need a very, very good season. You want to come to April and May and be in that.” Meanwhile, Paul Pogba’s future has been a regular talk of speculation. The Frenchman has under 11 months left on his contract and has de...
Manchester United step up Kingsley Coman transfer bid
Getty Images Manchester United have reportedly told Kingsley Coman they are ready to pay him £200,000 a week after tax. The Bayern Munich star has two years left on his contract but is yet to agree terms over a new deal. Bild claim Coman, 24, earns £200k a week before tax but ‘would like to have it in net’. United have apparently ‘indicated’ to the Frenchman they are willing to meet his demands – and make him their joint fifth top earner. But there is no guarantee of a quick transfer as Bayern are in no rush to make a decision on his future. And the Bundesliga champions will be able to demand a hefty fee with Transfermarkt valuing him at £58.5million. United are in the market for a new winger with Jadon Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo both top targets. Coman has long been linked and could be ...
Manchester United ‘ready to snap up Cristiano Ronaldo in stunning transfer’
Manchester United are ready to snap up Cristiano Ronaldo from Juventus this summer. And should the Portuguese icon be available, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ‘would not hesitate’ in sanctioning a move for his former team-mate. Ronaldo, 36, is set to consider his options after Sunday’s Serie A final day, following a desperately disappointing season for the Old Lady. Juve currently sit fifth in the table, trailing the Champions League places by a point. But even if Andrea Pirlo’s side do clinch a top four berth, Ronaldo may opt to leave a year before his contract expires. And according to The Athletic, Man United chiefs are ‘monitoring’ their former No7’s situation with increasing interest. Solskjaer, 48, remains ‘in touch’ with Ronaldo, and even asked him for a character reference before signing Br...
