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Daily Mirror
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Dan Marsh

Ole Gunner Solskjaer left Man Utd staff 'in tears' with gift after sacking as manager

Former Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer left staff members 'in tears' by sending them a surprise Christmas hamper just weeks after his sacking, it has been revealed.

The popular Norwegian, who was already a cult hero at Old Trafford from his playing days, saw his reign unravel just months after he guided United to a second-placed finish in the 2020/21 campaign.

After capturing the likes of Jadon Sancho, Raphael Varane and Cristiano Ronaldo, United were expected to push on and challenge Manchester City for the Premier League crown that had eluded them since Sir Alex Ferguson's retirement back in 2013.

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