Football fans might soon see Ole Gunnar Solskjaer back in the Premier League as the new manager of Leicester City. The former Manchester United boss is reportedly in talks with the Foxes to replace Enzo Maresca. This potential move could mark Solskjaer’s exciting return to top-flight football.

Having recently won the Championship, Leicester City is keen on finding the right leader to remain competitive in the Premier League. The club’s chairman, Top Srivaddhanaprabha, has always admired Solskjaer and believes he could be the ideal candidate. Solskjaer, in turn, is enthusiastic about taking on this challenge and keeping Leicester in the top division.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s journey from Manchester United to Leicester City

Solskjaer is no stranger to the pressures of Premier League management. He stepped in as caretaker manager for Manchester United in December 2018 following Jose Mourinho’s departure. His immediate impact led United to 14 wins in his first 19 matches. This impressive start earned him a permanent position as United’s manager in March 2019.

During his tenure at Old Trafford, Solskjaer led the team to a third-place finish in his first full season. The team also reached the FA Cup and the Europa League semi-finals. The following season, he guided Manchester United to a second-place finish in the league, their best run since Sir Alex Ferguson’s era. Despite this success, Solskjaer’s time at United ended in November 2021 when he was dismissed, with the team sitting seventh in the league.

Since then, Solskjaer has been selective about his next career move. He has turned down various managerial opportunities at both club and international levels. Recently, he was in the running for the head coach position with Canada but lost out to Jesse Marsch. Solskjaer was also considered for the Besiktas job but was narrowly beaten by Giovanni Van Bronckhorst.

Leicester City’s search for a new manager took a turn when another top candidate, Maurizio Sarri, expressed no interest in the role. This has opened the door wider for Solskjaer, eager to return to the Premier League. Despite potential challenges, such as a points deduction for breaching financial rules, Solskjaer remains undeterred and ready for the task.

Solskjaer’s reputation as a manager who can handle big clubs and tough situations makes him an appealing choice for Leicester. His experience with Manchester United, where he managed high expectations and brought the team back into top-four contention, shows his capability. The Foxes are looking for a leader who can bring stability and success, and Solskjaer fits that profile.

If Solskjaer takes on the Leicester City role, it will be a significant moment for him and the club. His return to Premier League management would excite fans and add another chapter to his managerial career. It could begin a new era for Leicester, driven by a manager with proven experience and a hunger for success.

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