Harry Maguire stated in an interview that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was the best coach he had ever had. This came while Ruben Amorim was still the long-term coach of Manchester United. Marcus Rashford also praised the Norwegian: “Ole is a fantastic person. I loved playing under him. I can speak for many of the players at Manchester United when I say that we enjoyed playing for him.” English Goal firmly believes Solskjaer can succeed in a return as Man Utd coach. We join the cheerleaders.
Although Darren Fletcher confirms he will lead United against Brighton on Sunday in the FA Cup, the decision on who will take over the reins for the rest of the season will come shortly. In addition to Solskjaer, Michael Carrick and Ruud van Nistelrooy are in the picture, but there is a consensus in the English media that Solskjaer is the favourite for the job.
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We’ll let Goal do the analysis on why United need Solskjaer. Here is the short version:
“It’s in stark contrast to the positive mood the players had for Solskjaer, with the negative atmosphere Ruben Amorim created with his outspoken remarks about the squad. Solskjaer is a unifying force, and he gave immediate results. United won 14 of their first 17 games. He had a similar impact when he became coach of Besiktas, winning eight of his first 12 games, including crushing Athletic Club 4-1 and beating local rivals Galatasaray and Fenerbahce.”
Creates a positive atmosphere
Unifying power
Provides immediate results
“There are doubts about Solskjaer’s tactical acumen, but as Amorim’s tenure shows, players at big clubs don’t always cope with being given too many instructions. Solskjaer’s counter-attacking style is simple, and it’s easy to imagine Bryan Mbeumo and Amad Diallo thriving under him. It should also not be forgotten that Bruno Fernandes’ most productive period as a United player, his 26 goals and 19 assists in his first two seasons, came when Solskjaer was in charge.”
Provides uncomplicated instructions to players
Counter-attacking style that plays on Mbeumo and Diallo’s strengths
Getting the best out of captain Bruno Fernandes
“Solskjaer’s United were at their best when they played to their strengths and if he learns from the mistakes of his first term, he can bring joy back to a club that has been hopeless lately.”
Playing on Manchester United’s strengths
Just do it, no time to lose.
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