Ole Gunnar Solskjaer considers Erling Haaland to be “a fantastic boy” despite seeing the teenage frontman snub a switch to Manchester United in favour of linking up with Borussia Dortmund.
It appeared at one stage as though the Red Devils were leading the race for a highly sought-after striker.
As an exit door swung open at Red Bull Salzburg, those at Old Trafford positioned themselves at the front of the queue.
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It was hoped that Solskjaer’s presence would work in their favour, with the United boss having previously coached a fellow Norwegian at Molde.