Jamie O’Hara Calls for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Shock Return to Manchester United as Pressure Mounts on Ruben Amorim

Manchester United are once again facing serious questions about their future in the dugout. Since Erik ten Hag was sacked last autumn, the club turned to Ruben Amorim in hope of stabilising results and rebuilding a broken squad. But with the season slipping away, doubts are growing about whether Amorim will even make it through the winter.

One of the loudest voices calling for change is former Tottenham midfielder Jamie O’Hara — and his solution is both surprising and controversial: bring back Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

Solskjaer Back in the Headlines

Solskjaer, who was dismissed by United in November 2021, had recently returned to management with Turkish side Besiktas. However, his comeback lasted only 29 matches. He was sacked last month after Besiktas failed to qualify for the league phase of the Conference League, falling to Lausanne-Sport — a club also under the INEOS umbrella like United.

That defeat, along with an underwhelming run of results in Turkey, brought a swift end to his first job in over three years. Yet within a day of his dismissal, Jamie O’Hara was already suggesting that United should consider rehiring their former manager.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer ain’t the worst shout in the world,” O’Hara told Sky Sports at the time. “He can come in as a stopgap manager, interim manager, get the players back onside. Go back to the formation they know, give them a bit of freedom, calm things down.”

O’Hara Doubles Down

Several weeks later, O’Hara has not backed down from that stance. If anything, he’s more convinced than ever that Solskjaer is the man to step in.

Speaking on talkSPORT this week, O’Hara blasted United for sticking with Amorim.

I can’t believe Ruben Amorim is still in charge. When are they going to let it go?” he asked. “When are they going to just… do what Sheffield United have done, swallow their pride and admit they got it wrong?

The pundit pointed to Sheffield United as an example, who recently reappointed Chris Wilder after an earlier managerial misstep. “Get Ole back in,” O’Hara insisted. “They can’t carry on doing this. They’ll go down. They’ll be playing Rotherham next season.

Divided Opinions Among Fans

O’Hara’s comments have once again sparked debate among United supporters. On one hand, Solskjaer is still remembered fondly by many fans for his attacking football and ability to unite the dressing room. He also oversaw a second-place finish in the Premier League and guided the club to a Europa League final.

But critics argue that bringing Ole back would be a step backwards. His inability to deliver trophies, questionable tactical flexibility, and the heavy defeats in big games remain scars from his previous spell. The recent failure at Besiktas has also raised doubts about whether he has improved as a coach since leaving Old Trafford.

Amorim Running Out of Time

Meanwhile, Amorim is under immense pressure. Since taking charge, his United side has looked inconsistent and uninspired. Poor league results, humiliating cup exits, and uncertainty over the squad’s future have only added to the frustration among fans.

Even Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS — who backed Amorim’s appointment — are said to be concerned by the lack of progress. If results don’t turn quickly, the board may be forced to act.

And with Jamie O’Hara leading the calls for Solskjaer’s return, the Norwegian’s name could once again become part of the conversation at Old Trafford.

What’s Next for United?

Whether United would seriously consider rehiring Solskjaer remains doubtful. But the fact that his name is back in the headlines speaks volumes about the current crisis at the club.

Amorim must find answers fast — because history shows that patience at Old Trafford is wearing thinner than ever