Solskjaer initially appointed on an interim basis in the wake of Jose Mourinho’s departure has been given a permanent deal by those at Old Trafford
Man United have confirmed the appointment of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer as their next permanent manager on a three-year contract.
The hero of the club’s past was returned to Old Trafford in December on an initial interim agreement.
With Mourinho having been ushered through the exits, the Red Devils turned to a familiar face for inspiration.
Ole delivered an immediate reversal in fortune, overseeing 14 wins from his 19 games at the helm.
A 3-1 win again PSG saw United overturn a first leg deficit in a heavyweight Champions League contest to book their place in the quarter-finals.
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Manchester United’s executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, believes Solskjaer is the man to help the club deliver on expectation in the present and future.
“Since coming in as caretaker manager in December, the results Ole has delivered speak for themselves,” he told United’s official website.
“More than just performances and results, Ole brings a wealth of experience, both as a player and as a coach, coupled with a desire to give young players their chance and a deep understanding of the culture of the club. This all means that he is the right person to take Manchester United forward.
“I want to thank Ole and the coaching team for everything they have done so far and congratulate him on this richly deserved appointment.
“The fans and everyone at the club are behind him as he looks to take us where we need to be and build the next stage of our history.”
He now has three years in which to help bring the good times back to Old Trafford.
His appointment on a full-time deal had been mooted for some time, so impressive has he been since taking the reins, and an end to the uncertainty surrounding both his and the collective future in Manchester means that focus can now be narrowed on the pursuit of ambitious targets.
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