3 positive changes Solskjaer has made to Manchester United's play

Solskjaer and Pogba after the Huddersfield game.
Solskjaer and Pogba after the Huddersfield game.

#1 Freeing up Paul Pogba in a midfield role

Pogba has been fantastic lately.
Pogba has been fantastic lately.

Perhaps the most controversial player in the squad, Paul Pogba is finally looking settled at Old Trafford since signing for Manchester United in 2016. The world's costliest player at the time, the Frenchman was a subject of interest from many top European clubs, but Paul always wanted to come back to the place where it all began for him.

However, the happiness gradually faded with his inconsistent performances and Mourinho's criticism of the player. Pogba started in a two-person midfield at first which certainly didn't help his cause. Moreover, the frosty relationship with Jose made him look miserable on the pitch which finally led to his dismissal from the starting XI.

The arrival of Ole has bought a new lease of life within Paul Pogba. He played under the new manager during his reserve days at United which has helped Solskjaer to deploy him in a more advanced role where he doesn't have to do defensive duties. The last couple of games was a testament to how active Paul could be, given the license to move freely on the pitch.

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