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Solskjaer protects Pogba and blames media 'lies' after Manchester United thrashing by Liverpool

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has defended Paul Pogba amid media reports following Manchester United's loss to Liverpool, asking for no further "lies".

The France international took to social media in the wake of the Red Devils' heavy Premier League defeat to their rivals, blasting headlines that suggested he had "snubbed" his manager.

Speaking ahead of his side's clash with Tottenham this weekend, the under-fire Norweigan has offered his support for the midfielder, adding his squad are "better than that".

What has been said?

"I think it affects everyone around," Solskjaer said when asked about his side's week following their loss to the Reds.