Stay up to date with notifications from The Independent

Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.

Manchester United speak with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about him returning as manager

Did Amorim provoke his own departure at Man United?
  • Manchester United have held talks with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer about becoming their interim manager until the end of the current season.
  • The discussions follow the sacking of Ruben Amorim after 14 months in charge, with under-18s coach Darren Fletcher currently acting as interim.
  • Solskjaer, who previously managed United from 2018 to 2021, is considered a strong candidate for the interim role due to his long history with the club.
  • United are seeking an interim appointment to allow time for a permanent manager to be appointed in the summer.
  • Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner is a top candidate for the permanent position, with Kieran McKenna, Enzo Maresca, and Julian Nagelsmann also being considered.
In full

Thank you for registering

Please refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in