How United players were told of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s full-time appointment

Manchester United have been handed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer a three-year contract to make him their manager on a permanent basis. Players were told about Solskjaer’s appointment a day earlier at their Carrington training base when they returned from international duty. Solksjaer has won 14 of his 19 games in charge, reviving hopes of a top-four finish and unexpectedly guiding United to the quarter-finals of the Champions League. United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward added: "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. "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."

BREAKING: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer confirmed as full-time manager