Following the club's humiliating defeat to Watford, Manchester United have declared Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has 'abandoned his post as manager.'
After a 4-1 loss to Watford on Saturday, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was sacked of his responsibilities at Old Trafford.
The defeat drops them to 7th position in the Premier League, 12 points below champions Chelsea and 6 points behind 4th placed West Ham.
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Now Michael Carrick will serve as temporary boss until the club chooses a 'interim manager' for the remainder of the season.
Manchester United can confirm that Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has left his role as Manager.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 21, 2021
Thank you for everything, Ole ❤️#MUFC
The club said in a statement: "Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will always be an icon at Manchester United, and it is with sadness that we have taken this hard decision". Whilst the last few weeks have been frustrating, they should not overshadow all of the hard work he has put in over the last 3 years to help pave the way for long-term victory.
"Ole Gunnar departs with our heartfelt gratitude for his tremendous work as Manager and our warmest wishes for the future." His position in the history of the club will be safe for the rest of life, as not just a player, but also as a wonderful person and Manager who provided us with many memorable moments. He will indeed be welcomed back to Old Trafford as a member of the Manchester United family for the rest of his life."
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