Manchester United today confirmed that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has left his position as manager.
Solskjaer’s sack follows an embarrassing 4-1 defeat to Watford on Saturday.
The result means the Red Devils have lost five out of seven Premier League fixtures.
A club statement 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. He will forever be welcome back at Old Trafford as part of the Manchester United family.”
The club confirmed former player Michael Carrick, who was part of Solskjaer’s coaching staff, will take charge as caretaker, as well as their intention to appoint an interim manager until the end of the season.
