Solskjaer eyes Man Utd return as Carrick faces sack pressure

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has admitted he wants a second crack at managing Manchester United, telling reporters today he has "unfinished business" at Old Trafford. The Norwegian managed United from March 2019 to November 2021 before being sacked.

His comments come as current boss Michael Carrick faces intense pressure. United have gone nine games without a win and sit just one spot above the Premier League relegation zone—a stunning fall for a club with one of Nigeria's largest fanbases.

Solskjaer, 53, backed his former teammate publicly: "Michael has what it takes to take that club forward. He understands the club, understands the fans and knows what's needed." But his availability admission will only fuel speculation that the board is sounding out replacements.

For Nigerian fans who wake up at odd hours to watch United, the next two fixtures are make-or-break for Carrick. The board historically moves fast when results collapse—ask Jose Mourinho or Ralf Rangnick.

Will a Solskjaer return actually fix United's structural problems, or would Carrick deserve more time with a full pre-season and transfer window?

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/11/02/epl-solskjaer-eager-for-man-utd-return-with-carrick-under-pressure/