Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first news conference as full-time Manchester United boss

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer named Man Utd's full-time boss
Norwegian signs three-year contract at Old Trafford
Solskjaer holds first news conference since permanent appointment
Other news conferences include Watford, Burnley, Leicester and Everton
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What do you make of Solskjaer's appointment?published at 09:45 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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What's with Ole's wheel?published at 09:43 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
This is how Manchester United announced Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's appointment. If you're confused about all this 'Ole at the wheel' chat, it's from a song fans sing about him based on the Stone Roses track 'Waterfall'.
I'm reliably told that it was first used with 'Jose at the wheel' but not sure if he was better at parking the bus, according to some folks!
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Ole's winning wheelpublished at 09:37 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
Manchester United were 11 points of the top four when Jose Mourinho was sacked in December. Under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer they have lost once in 13 Premier League games since, and are now two points behind fourth-placed Arsenal.
No team has won more Premier League points than United with Ole at the wheel.
Overall he's taken charge of 19 games, with 14 wins, two draws and three defeats.
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How Solskjaer silenced the doubterspublished at 09:31 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
It's been quite a roller coaster for Manchester United since they sacked Jose Mourinho in December but there's no doubt that the team have been on an upward curves since.
Here's a look at how Ole Gunnar Solskjaer silenced the doubters, via social media.
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What do you make of Solskjaer's appointment?published at 09:21 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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A few of you are questioning the timing of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's appointment? Surely that won't put Manchester United off their stride, will it?
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Will Man Utd make the top four?published at 09:17 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
A reminder of how that Premier League top four looks like as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer attempts to get Manchester United into the Champions League next season.
United are at home to Watford on Saturday, while Chelsea face Cardiff on Sunday and Arsenal host Newcastle on Monday.
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What do you make of Solskjaer appointment?published at 09:14 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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So what do you make of that then? Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been appointed as Manchester United's full-time manager on a three-year deal.
He's won 14 games and drawn twice in his 19 games in charge, and has amassed more Premier League points than any other team in that period.
It might have been expected, but surely Ole continuing at the wheel is great news for the club as they seek to reach the top four? They also have a Champions League quarter-final against Barcelona to come.
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Solskjaer 'the right person' - Woodwardpublished at 09:10 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
More from Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward: "This all means that Ole 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.”
Woodward on Solskjaer appointmentpublished at 09:09 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward says: “Since coming in as caretaker manager in December, the results Ole has delivered speak for themselves.
"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."
Solskjaer named as full-time Man Utd's managerpublished at 09:06 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says: “From the first day I arrived, I felt at home at this special club.
“It was an honour to be a Manchester United player, and then to start my coaching career here. The last few months have been a fantastic experience and I want to thank all of the coaches, players and staff for the work we’ve done so far.
"This is the job that I always dreamed of doing and I’m beyond excited to have the chance to lead the club long-term and hopefully deliver the continued success that our amazing fans deserve.”
Solskjaer confirmed as Man Utd bosspublished at 09:05 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
Here's Manchester United United's statement:
Manchester United announces that current caretaker manager and former striker, Ole Gunnar Solskjær, has been appointed as the club’s full-time manager on a three-year contract.
Solskjaer confirmed as Man Utd bosspublished at 09:01 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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Big news, if expected.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been confirmed as Manchester United's full-time manager on a three-year deal.
Today's back pagespublished at 08:55 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
The Telegraph also features the end of PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor's 38-year reign.
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Who's your top four, bottom three and why?published at 08:50 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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Today's back pagespublished at 08:40 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
The Mirror have gone big on the rise of Chelsea winger Callum Hudson-Odoi, who made his England debut against Czech Republic last Friday and starred in the 5-1 win over Montenegro on Monday.
Apparently his form has attracted interest from the likes of Barcelona, Manchester United, PSG and Juventus. In January, the 18-year-old had a transfer request rejected by Chelsea after he was subject of £35m bid by Bayern Munich.
Plenty more to come on this story, you'd think.
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Who's your top four, bottom three and why?published at 08:33 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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Today's back pagespublished at 08:28 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
The Times are leading on Premier League clubs asking Fifa to allow longer contracts for younger players. They fear they will be snapped up by European clubs, as was the case with Jadon Sancho, who left Manchester City to join Borussia Dortmund.
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Today's back pagespublished at 08:23 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
Before we dig further into the Premier League run-in, let's reflect on some of the big stories over the last few days by looking at today's back pages.
The Express leads on the impending exit of PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor, who has come under fire from critics.
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Get Involvedpublished at 08:15 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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So we'll make it easy for you. We want to know the following:
Name your top four and your bottom three.
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We want your reasons why.
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Who's for the title, the drop and top four?published at 08:09 Greenwich Mean Time 28 March 2019
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Can Liverpool win their first top-flight title in 29 years? Can Pep Guardiola lead his side to successive triumphs?
With Huddersfield and Fulham looking likely to be relegated, who will join them in the dreaded drop out of the Premier League?
And with four points covering third-placed Tottenham, Arsenal, Manchester United and Chelsea, who will make next season's Champions League?
Great that so much is still up in the air, right?