Manchester United sack Ole Gunnar after Watford defeat
Manchester United players often felt they got more from Cristiano Ronaldo than Ole Gunnar Solskjaer prior to the 48-year-old’s sacking, reports say. The Norwegian lost his job on Sunday less than 24 hours after the Red Devils were battered by Watford. And Ed Woodward and the Glazers are now looking to bring in an interim replacement.
Manchester United were outplayed by Watford on Saturday, with Donny van de Beek the only shining light on a dire afternoon.
And Solskjaer has now lost his job, with the club confirming his departure in a statement that read: “Manchester United announces that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has left his role as Manager.
“Ole will always be a legend at Manchester United and it is with regret that we have reached this difficult decision.
“While the past few weeks have been disappointing, they should not obscure all the work he has done over the past three years to rebuild the foundations for long-term success.
“Ole leaves with our sincerest thanks for his tireless efforts as Manager and our very best wishes for the future.
“His place in the club’s history will always be secure, not just for his story as a player, but as a great man and a Manager who gave us many great moments.
Man Utd players sought advice from Cristiano Ronaldo over Ole Gunnar Solskjaer (Image: GETTY)
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Man Utd sacked Ole Gunnar Solskjaer after dire Watford defeat (Image: GETTY)
And whether that happens remains to be seen.
Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp, meanwhile, believes Solskjaer should never have got the United job in the first place.
He said: “This hasn’t crept up on Man United, I’ve seen this for a long while.
“When you look at what Liverpool have got - Klopp, Man City - Guardiola, Chelsea - Tuchel, and you’ve got a manager that’s managed at Molde and Cardiff - at one of the biggest clubs in the world, it isn’t right.
“You’re almost fighting with one hand behind your back in the big occasions and I’ve never really felt he is the right fit.
Man Utd star Cristiano Ronaldo couldn't prevent Watford defeat (Image: GETTY)
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“I said at the time, one day it’s going to be like shooting Bambi and that’s what it feels like. This should have happened weeks ago.”
He added: “Man United right now are the same as everyone else. They’re in the rat race, just trying to win games and trying to win titles.
“Before they got Alex Ferguson they’d not won a title in 30 years.
“Liverpool had to find a manager - 30 years it took them to win a Premier League, they couldn’t get anyone but they found the best in Jurgen Klopp.
“For Manchester United, it might take that long again.
“It might take another 10, 15 years, but patience is going to be key right because I don’t think anyone has a clue what they’re doing.”