Solskjaer tells Lukaku, Sanchez, Fred: You must earn Man United chance

Craig Burley says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is starting to make the case to be Manchester United’s permanent manager after beating Tottenham and Arsenal.

Ian Darke explains the role Sir Alex Ferguson could play in deciding the next Man United boss as the FC crew discuss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s future.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer praised Manchester United’s Jesse Lingard as being a ‘big game player’ after scoring against Arsenal in their FA Cup win.
MANCHESTER, England — Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has challenged Manchester United’s fringe players to force their way into his team.
Romelu Lukaku, Alexis Sanchez and Fred are among the stars who have been reduced to bit-part roles during United’s eight-game winning run under Solskjaer but the United caretaker insists the onus is on them to win back their places.
“I don’t think it’s my challenge to incorporate players,” Solskjaer told a news conference ahead of Burnley’s visit to Old Trafford…

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Alexis Sanchez has chance to kickstart Man United career vs. Arsenal — and he must take it

The FC guys believe Manchester United and Arsenal will put it all on the line when they face off in the FA Cup fourth round.

Ryan Giggs expresses his delight with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s time as caretaker manager so far.

Wales manager Ryan Giggs expects to see an improved Aaron Ramsey if he seals a move from Arsenal to Juventus.

Craig Burley reflects on the positive change in attitude at Manchester United after their seventh straight win under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
Alexis Sanchez marked the first anniversary this week of his move from Arsenal to Manchester United, although it would be an exaggeration to suggest that the Chile forward actually celebrated the milestone.
There are many reasons for the 30-year-old to be downcast about his year at Old Trafford, and one of them will be the prospect of returning to the Emirates for the first time since leaving as part of the United squad for Friday’s FA Cup fourth-round tie against Unai Emery’s men (watch live at…

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Manchester United boss Solskjaer hopeful Sanchez will be fit for Brighton match

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would become the first Manchester United manager to win his first six games with a win over Tottenham.

As Mauricio Pochettino prepares his side to face Manchester United at Wembley, could he potentially be facing a team he may be managing next season?

Manchester City’s Pep Guardiola was quick heap praise on Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solksjaer and pointed out it was better than his start to life at City.
LONDON, England — Manchester United are hopeful Alexis Sanchez will be fit to face Brighton on Saturday despite missing the clash with Tottenham through injury.
The Chilean was not part of the group that travelled to London on Saturday and was not in the 18-man squad named by caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Wembley.
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Sanchez is expected back in training on Wednesday and could feature against Brighton at Old Trafford if he can prove his fitness.
“He’s not ready yet,” Solskjaer told MUTV…

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Alexis Sanchez has ‘new lease of life’ at Man United – Solskjaer

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer would become the first Manchester United manager to win his first six games with a win over Tottenham.
Manchester United caretaker boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hopes that Alexis Sanchez can put his injury problems behind him and finally prove his worth at Old Trafford.
Sanchez, 30, joined United 12 months ago in a swap deal that took Henrikh Mkhitaryan to Arsenal, but he has so far not come close to finding his top form for the Red Devils 
“Of course, he’s got high standards himself that you demand from yourself,” Solskjaer said, as reported on the club’s official website. “When it doesn’t work…

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Alexis Sanchez took Man United boss Solskjaer’s seat in Old Trafford dugout

First half goals from Juan Mata and Romelu Lukaku ensured that Manchester United proceed to the next round of the FA Cup.
Manchester United’s 2-0 FA Cup win over Reading will be marked in the record books as the game in which Ole Gunnar Solskjaer matches the great Sir Matt Busby’s record of five wins at the start of his managerial reign at Old Trafford.
But the Norwegian caretaker did not have things all his own way during Saturday’s 2-0 win which sent United into the fourth round.
Former United striker Solskjaer has made it known he’d up for for taking the job permanently once his temporary stint ends in the summer,…

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Pogba an injury doubt for Man United’s FA Cup date with Reading

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer admits his admiration for fans singing his name, as he hopes to continue his recent success at Manchester United.
Manchester United midfielder Paul Pogba could be forced to miss the FA Cup clash with Reading but Alexis Sanchez and Romelu Lukaku will start.
Pogba was on the receiving end of a heavy challenge from Jonjo Shelvey during the 2-0 win over Newcastle on Saturday and may be ruled out of the third-round tie at Old Trafford on Saturday lunchtime.
“I’m not sure if Paul is going to be ready,” caretaker manager OIe Gunnar Solskjaer told a news conference on Friday. “He got a knock against Newcastle.
“If…

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Manchester United boss Solskjaer believes he can get best from Alexis Sanchez

With a third successive win under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, ESPN FC’s Steve Nicol and Shaka Hislop assess the marked differences in Man United’s play.

Paul Pogba and Manchester United played with a swagger unseen at Old Trafford in recent memory, ripping Bournemouth apart for a third straight win.

Steve Nicol breaks down Manchester United’s latest win over Bournemouth and the turnaround of Paul Pogba since United sacked Jose Mourinho.

Manchester United’s star man Paul Pogba says he’s happy with his teams recent offensive performances, after a 4-1 victory over Bournemouth at Old Trafford.
MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United caretaker boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer believes he can get the best out of misfiring Alexis Sanchez.
The Chile international has scored just four goals since his move to United from Arsenal almost a year ago, but Solskjaer said the attacking philosophy of his re-energised team should suit the 30-year-old.
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“I think he’s player that would benefit from the interchanging, the rotation, the movement,” Solskjaer said. “The more chances you create, the more times…

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What does 2019 hold for stars like Ozil, Pogba, Pulisic and Hazard?

With Mesut Ozil reportedly missing out on Arsenal’s trip to Liverpool, the FC crew assess his future at the club and the issue his wages present.

Chelsea’s Maurizio Sarri admitted the club need to make a decision on Eden Hazard’s future and that he is only focused on talking to the player about his positioning on the pitch.

With reports Chelsea have bid for over €50 million Christian Pulisic, Craig Burley isn’t sure it’s the right move for the young American.
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Where does he stand? The year 2018 started so well for Ozil, with Arsenal surprisingly handing the German a lucrative contract extension until June 2021. But the year has ended badly, with Gunners coach Unai Emery repeatedly overlooking him. The low point was being left out of the squad for the Carabao Cup defeat…

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Alexis Sanchez injury blow: Manchester United forward out for a ‘long time’ – Jose Mourinho

Paul Mariner says Manchester United’s inability to ink David De Gea to a long-term deal could mean the goalkeeper is on his way out of Old Trafford.

Jose Mourinho hails David De Gea as the world’s best goalkeeper and says the Spaniard wants to stay at Manchester United.

Despite qualifying for the knockout round, the FC panel don’t see anything from Man United to suggest that they can beat a quality opponent over two legs in Europe.

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MANCHESTER, England — Jose Mourinho has said Manchester United forward Alexis Sanchez could be sidelined for “a long time.”
The Chilean suffered a hamstring injury in training on Thursday and is likely to miss at least six weeks. He could miss as many as 10 games including Arsenal’s visit to Old Trafford on Dec. 5 and the trip to Liverpool on Dec. 16.
The 29-year-old will undergo a scan to determine how serious the problem is but Mourinho is not optimistic.
“No scans yet but the player is experienced,…

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According to the Mirror, Alexis Sanchez’s relationship with Manchester United manager Mourinho is “at breaking point” after the Chilean was dropped for Tuesday night’s Champions League victory over Young Boys and the striker is said to be keen on a move away.
Sanchez has struggled since joining…

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