Published 17:35 IST, December 3rd 2019

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer likely to be sacked if Manchester United lose to Tottenham Hotspur?

Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly told his players that he will be sacked by the club if the team loses against Tottenham Hotspur.

Reported by: Minaam Ansari
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Manchester United manr Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has reportedly told his players that a defeat against Tottenham Hotspur would lead to his sacking. Manchester United drew against Aston Villa on matchday 14, which mounted even more pressure on Solskjaer. United have won just four games in Premier League this season. 

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Mauricio Pochetti is front runner to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Manchester United

According to reports in England, Mauricio Pochetti is leading contender to replace Solskjaer at Old Trafford. Pochetti was sacked by Tottenham Hotspur after team’s dismal performance under him. He was subsequently replaced by Jose Mourinho. Argentine is also being linked with Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich. However, Pochetti reportedly prefers to man a Premier League side.

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Ed Woodward had assured Ole Gunnar Solskjaer of club's faith in him

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had succeeded Jose Mourinho at Manchester United last season. According to reports, United Chief Ed Woodward had assured Solskjaer of club’s faith in him, sighting club’s long term plan with a young side. However, Solskjaer remains unconvinced after repeated assurances.

Manchester United drew against Aston Villa

United drew against Aston Villa on matchday 14, with both sides scoring past each or. Jack Grealish scored first goal for Aston Villa in 11th minute. After that, an own goal from Villa’s Tom Heaton before half-time brought parity to proceedings. Victor Lindelof scored team’s second goal to give United  lead in 64th minute. Unfortunately for m, it was evens stevens again after just two minutes.

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Manchester United will next play against Tottenham in Premier League

United currently sit ninth in Premier League table, with just four wins in 14 games. y have drawn six games, while losing on four occasions. Solskjaer’s team will next play against Tottenham Hotspur on December 4, 2019 (December 5 according to IST). It w appears to be a must-win game for manr.

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14:27 IST, December 3rd 2019