BREAKING: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Appointed Manchester United’s Interim Manager

Ole Gunner Solskjaer has officially been appointed as Manchester United’s caretaker manager, replacing José Mourinho until the end of the season.

The former Manchester United striker will be assisted by Mike Phelan, another of the club’s former players, who previously spent 14 years on the club’s coaching staff, including five as the No 2.

Solskjaer takes over following the sacking of Jose Mourinho on Tuesday morning

“Manchester United is in my heart and it’s brilliant to be coming back in this role,” Solskjaer told United website after being confirmed in the role. “I’m really looking forward to working with the very talented squad we have, the staff and everyone at the club.”

United’s executive vice-chairman, Ed Woodward, said: “Ole is a club legend with huge experience, both on the pitch and in coaching roles. His history at Manchester United means he lives and breathes the culture here and everyone at the club is delighted to have him and Mike Phelan back. We are confident they will unite the players and the fans as we head into the second half of the season.”

The coaches Michael Carrick and Kieran McKenna continue on the first-team staff.