Ole Gunnar Solskjær could reportedly be preparing for a sensational return to Manchester United in a role that few supporters would have expected.
According to the fictional scenario, the former United manager has agreed a deal to return to Old Trafford for one final season — but this time, he would not be taking charge from the dugout.
Instead, Solskjær would reportedly take on a specialist position as Coach Supervisor and Strategy Maker, providing tactical advice, strategic input and support to the first-team coaching staff.
The potential comeback would represent a remarkable new chapter in Solskjær’s long-standing relationship with Manchester United.
The Norwegian enjoyed a memorable period at Old Trafford as both player and manager, creating a particularly strong connection with supporters. A return in a strategic role would allow him to contribute to the club without carrying the full responsibility of managing the first team.
Under the reported arrangement, Michael Carrick would remain responsible for first-team management, while Solskjær would work behind the scenes on tactical planning, coaching strategy and the club’s longer-term footballing direction.
Such a partnership would inevitably attract enormous attention.
Solskjær knows the expectations surrounding Manchester United better than most, having experienced the pressure of managing one of the biggest clubs in world football.
For United supporters, the prospect of seeing the popular Norwegian back at Old Trafford would undoubtedly create an emotional reaction.
Could the man who once celebrated famous victories as both player and manager now return to help shape another United era from behind the scenes?
There has been no official confirmation of such a deal, and the proposed role remains entirely speculative.
But if the extraordinary comeback ever became reality, it could provide one of the most intriguing stories of the season.
Ole Gunnar Solskjær may no longer be United’s manager — but could his experience and tactical knowledge be coming back to Old Trafford?