Darren Fletcher will take charge for the next few matches before United appoint a caretaker manager for the rest of the season. Former midfielder and current under-18s coach Fletcher spent 11 years playing for United under Sir Alex Ferguson. How about a return for former United striker and boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, who remains a favourite with the fans? Perhaps Chelsea's recently sacked boss Enzo Maresca could be in the frame, while another big name floated is former England manager Gareth Southgate. BBC Sport spoke to Manchester United fan George Allen about the possibility of Southgate returning to club management...

Source: BBC January 05, 2026 16:52 UTC