Ole Gunnar Solskjaer: ‘Manchester United job is not too big for me’

Under-fire Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer insists the job is not too big for him ahead of face table-topping rivals Liverpool on the back of the club’s worst start in 30 years.

The 20-time league champions enter the weekend two points off the relegation zone and 15 points behind Jurgen Klopp’s visitors, who are going for a record-equalling 18th successive top-flight win.

The rivals could hardly be in more contrasting states, with Solskjaer’s side desperate to kick-start their ailing season, but the United manager is sure he will turn things around.

“No, I’ve never felt it’s too big for me,” he said.

“I’m confident in what we’re trying to do and I’m confident in my staff – the coaching and what’s happening here every single day, I’ve been so impressed.”

Solskjaer accepts United have not been adventurous enough at a club where “you do take risks” – something Ed Woodward clearly does not believe he is doing in sticking with the Norwegian.

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The executive vice-chairman reiterated his support of the Norwegian at a recent staff meeting and will not sack him regardless of the outcome against Liverpool.