Harry Maguire’s recent comments suggest he wants Solskjaer back

With Manchester United’s managerial seat vacant again following the departure of Ruben Amorim this week, speculation is growing over who will take the reins at Old Trafford.

While names like Michael Carrick circulating for acting roleHarry Maguire’s previous comments suggest he may already have a preferred candidate in mind: Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Speaking on Rio Ferdinand YouTube Podcast Last August, the former United captain spoke about his time under the Norwegian, offering glowing praise that hinted at a desire for a reunion.

Harry Maguire is full of praise for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

Reflecting on the 2020-21 era, Maguire described the tactical setup under Solskjaer as the most comfortable he has felt during his time at the club.

He praised the trio of Ole, Kieran McKenna and Michael Carrick for the way they coached the Man United team at the time.

He said:

“We just couldn’t believe what happened because obviously we finished third and second and then that season we brought in Jadon Sancho, Rafael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo in the summer and you think it’s gone now, like let’s go win the Premier League.

“And it never happened. It never worked. And obviously we lost Ole (Solskjaer), which was disappointing if I’m honest. I felt like Ole did an incredible job.

“I’ll probably talk more about Ole when I’m retired, but the way he organized us in the first two years is probably the best I’ve felt in a team. Under Ole, Kieran (McKenna) and Carrick. Those three, they organized us so well.

“And like I said, we didn’t have, I wouldn’t say the best team, just a well-coached team, tactically brilliant, pragmatic, we could play, we could pressure, but yeah, the third season I was there, it just didn’t work.”

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer closes in on Man United

According to the latest reports, Maguire’s wish could come true. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reportedly closing in on sensational return to Manchester United as interim manager until the end of the season.

The club’s hierarchy questioned senior members of the dressing room regarding the appointment.

It is reported that Harry Maguire and captain Bruno Fernandes have given their approval for Solskjaer’s return.

Although no final decision has yet been made, there is a strong chance that Ole will make an emotional return to Old Trafford as caretaker manager.

With Solskjaer seemingly keen to take on the challenge and key players backing the move, the Norwegian legend looks set to be behind the wheel again.