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LUK WHO'S BACK
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has revealed that Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez will start against Reading in the FA Cup.
Both forwards have only had substitute appearances since the Norwegian took over, following a series of fitness issues this season.
GUNNAR STAY
MAN UNITED boss Solskjaer has blocked any loan moves that would see Angel Gomes leave the club this season.
The Norwegian wants to keep hold of the youngster as he looks to hand him some first-team minutes.
PER SHAPED
ANDREAS PEREIRA could join Valencia on a free transfer as United continue to stall on offering him a new contract.
The Brazilian is out of contract in the summer – and could return to Spain after spending last season at the Mestalla.
TESTING TIMES
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER is insistent on replicating his old boss Sir Alex Ferguson at Man United after reintroducing quiz nights during overnight stays.
The Norwegian is hoping the general knowledge quizzes will boost team morale like it did under the Scottish manager.
DEVILS DELIGHT
ODDS on Toby Alderweireld to Man United have been slashed after Tottenham inserted a release clause into the defender's contract.
The Belgian was a free agent in the summer until Spurs extended it until 2020 – but he can leave for £25m leaving the Red Devils 6/4 favourites to sign him
OLE GUNNAR BUY
MAN UNITED caretaker manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is set to meet chief Ed Woodward for talks on January transfer targets.
The Norwegian is expected to only remain at the helm until the end of the season – but could play a key role in preparing the Red Devils for the future.
POG OUT
PAUL POGBA will miss United's FA Cup clash with Reading following Jonjo Shelvey's horror challenge.
The Newcastle midfielder raked his studs down the back of the Frenchman's legs – with the former England international escaping punishment.
AL BE OFF, THEN
MAN UNITED have been placed on high alert after Tottenham inserted a £25m release clause in Toby Alderweireld's deal.
The Belgian has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford in the past – and will now be allowed to go on the cheap in the summer after Spurs extended his contract until 2020.
NO CHANCE
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER is far from taking over Manchester United on a full-time basis – according to SunSport's Neil Ashton.
He believes the Norwegian's populist status will wear off soon and will be found out in the bigger matches against Tottenham and PSG.
UTD'S NINE-YEAR TAX BILL WAS £14M
MAN UTD'S nine-year tax bill PREM clubs paid less than £90m in tax BETWEEN them over nearly a decade, new figures have revealed.
In the period between 2008 and 2017, Arsenal were the biggest contributors to Inland Revenue funds by giving the Taxman £30m.
ER WE GO
FORGET Toby Alderweireld, Manchester United could be prepared to really hit Spurs where it hurts as they plot a move for Christian Eriksen.
The Red Devils are down to 6/1 to sign the Dane as his contract talks in North London stall.
GUNNAR GO FAR
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER looks all business as he arrives at the Lowry Hotel at 1am after joining Sir Matt Busby in the Manchester United record books.
United's caretaker boss is just the second manager in the club's history to win his first four games in charge.
NEWCASTLE 0 MAN UTD 2 – WATCH THE GOALS
IT’S beginning to feel as though everything to do with Manchester United is one elaborate practical joke being played on Jose Mourinho.
For the first three matches of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s reign, as the most caring of caretakers, we’ve had joyful, high-tempo football and smiles all round as Mourinho’s spectre was exorcised in a jiffy. Here's our full match report.
VERDICT ON VICTORY AT TOON
OLE GUNNAR SOLSKJAER has unearthed Manchester United’s new super sub.
And it might be a role Romelu Lukaku has to get used to over the coming weeks. Read our full assessment here.
UTD TARGET GODIN HEADS FOR ATLETICO EXIT
DIEGO GODIN is heading for the Atletico Madrid exit door, according to reports in Spain.
The Uruguayan captain is out of contract at the end of the season and chances of him signing a new deal are said to be slim.
BAIL OUT
ERIC BAILLY is hoping to leave Manchester United with Sevilla the frontrunners for his signature.
The Ivory Coast defender had a productive season in La Liga with Villarreal before his £30m switch to Old Trafford.
DU MORE EXERCISE
MANCHESTER UNITED'S stars will head to Dubai for a warm-weather training camp following their FA Cup clash against Reading.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will take his squad to the Middle East for a four-night stay at the five-star One&Only Royal Mirage Arabian Court Hotel.
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