Manchester United are reportedly set to name a replacement this week after Ruben Amorim resigned after 14 months in charge at Old Trafford on Monday. His last game was a 1-1 draw against Leeds United on Sunday, marking the fourth time in their last five Premier League games that United have failed to win.
This series of results leaves the Red Devils in sixth place in the Premier League table after a busy festive schedule, three points behind fourth-placed Liverpool and just four points behind 14th-placed Crystal Palace. Darren Fletcher has been appointed caretaker manager and will take charge of United against Burnley on Wednesday night.
There has been speculation about the possible return of Ole Gunnar Solskjær, who managed the club from 2018 to 2021 and most recently with Besiktas.
The former striker, who has not been with the Turkish team since parting ways with the club in August last year, has been linked with a return to Old Trafford.
Norwegian media outlet VG has shed light on United’s plans to reappoint Solskjær, including the announcement schedule.
According to reports, United are in advanced contract talks with Solskjær and are expected to reach an agreement by Friday, although it remains unclear whether this will be a long-term or short-term deal.
Reports say Solskjær is expected to attend the funeral of Norwegian national team manager icon Eiji Hareide in Molde on Thursday and it is unlikely that any deal can be reached before Friday.
Solskjaer took over the reins at United in December 2018, succeeding Jose Mourinho at Old Trafford.
Initially called up as a temporary solution, he was later given a permanent role, helping the club to second and third place in the Premier League and also helping them reach the Europa League final.
After playing Burnley in the Premier League on Thursday, United are preparing to host Brighton at Old Trafford on Sunday in the third round of the FA Cup.
It remains unclear whether Solskjaer will return to the dugout for the game or whether Darren Fletcher or another coach will take charge.
