Manchester United have held direct discussions with former manager Ole Gunnar Solskjær regarding a dramatic return to the club in an interim capacity until the end of the current season.
Weekend Talks at Carrington
The Norwegian legend, who previously managed the club from 2018 to 2021, was expected to meet with chief executive Omar Berrada and director of football Jason Wilcox at United's Carrington training complex on Saturday. This face-to-face meeting signifies serious consideration from both parties about a potential reunion.
Solskjær is not the only candidate in the frame. The club's former midfielder, Michael Carrick, was interviewed for the role on Thursday by the same executive duo. While Solskjær and Carrick are viewed as the frontrunners, the current caretaker manager, Darren Fletcher, has not been ruled out of contention.
The Current Caretaker Situation
Fletcher, the Scot, took temporary charge for Wednesday's 2-2 Premier League draw away at Burnley. He is also set to lead the team for their FA Cup fourth-round tie against Brighton & Hove Albion at Old Trafford on Sunday. His immediate stewardship provides continuity while the club's hierarchy weighs up their options for the remainder of the campaign.
The pursuit of an interim manager follows the recent departure of Erik ten Hag. The decision now rests with Berrada and Wilcox as they assess which candidate can best stabilise the squad and chase crucial points and cup progress in the coming months.
