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Solskjaer Backs Fernandes and Maguire as Ferguson's Fits

11/14/2025

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Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Manchester United manager, identifies Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire as the only current United players who would have thrived under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Solskjaer notes Maguire's resilience amid criticism.
Matthijs de Ligt and Senne Lammens have shown potential to succeed in Ferguson's era.
Despite the talent in the current squad, they need to secure victories to validate their capabilities.

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Story summary

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, Manchester United manager, identifies Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire as the only current United players who would have thrived under Sir Alex Ferguson.
Solskjaer notes Maguire's resilience amid criticism.
Matthijs de Ligt and Senne Lammens have shown potential to succeed in Ferguson's era.
Despite the talent in the current squad, they need to secure victories to validate their capabilities.