The surprising candidate to coach Manchester United

Yesterday the Red Devils' patience with the Portuguese ran out, and one of the candidates for the Old Trafford dugout is surprising

Héctor Andreu | 6 Jan 2026 | 18.03
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Solskjaer could return to Manchester United / Fox Sports
Solskjaer could return to Manchester United / Fox Sports

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer finds himself back in the center of the debate following Rúben Amorim's definitive departure from the Manchester United dugout. The Portuguese coach forced his goodbye with a speech that surprised even within the club, accelerating a decision that was already deemed inevitable.

Amorim's stint at Old Trafford has been disappointing. His numbers have even worsened the records from Erik ten Hag's final stage, leaving the team in sixth place in the Premier League with no clear path of growth.

The board understood that the change was necessary to salvage the season. In their statement, the club justified the decision as the best way to aim for a European qualification and halt the sporting decline.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, the transitional choice

In this context, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reappears. The Norwegian, deeply connected to the club, accepts to return even without a long-term contract. His willingness is total, and his desire is clear: to come back to Old Trafford.

The United sees this possibility as a bridging solution. The idea is to hold on until the summer of 2026 and, from there, attract a top-level coach with a renewed project.

Internally, sources suggest that the squad has enough potential to right the ship. The club believes that with stability in the dugout, they can compete better in the Premier League over the next few months.

The surprising candidate to coach Manchester United

A return flavored with the past... and urgency

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is familiar with the dressing room and the environment. His previous tenure left mixed feelings, but also moments of competitiveness that are missed today. The Norwegian embodies calm, club knowledge, and an emotional management that could be crucial in a time of utmost tension. It's not a long-term bet but a pragmatic solution.

From England, there is insistence that the board values his figure precisely for that reason. It does not demand major immediate changes and understands the transitional context that Manchester United is going through.

Imminent decision at Manchester United

The coming weeks will be crucial. While Darren Fletcher takes on the role in an interim capacity, the shadow of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looms in the offices. United must decide whether to opt for a familiar figure or extend the interim period. What is clear is that the return of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is no longer seen as a distant option but a very real possibility.

Solskjaer already had a first stint in the Manchester United dugout, which didn't end too well for the Norwegian. Therefore, it's surprising that they are considering him again, although if it's on an interim basis, it could be a good option to then bet on a bigger coach next summer.

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