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'Ole is his own man' - Edwards plays down Ferguson influence on new Man Utd boss Solskjaer

The Norwegian has enlisted the help of the legendary manager but the club's former chairman has played down the relationship

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will not rest too heavily on Sir Alex Ferguson as he begins his permanent tenure as Manchester United boss, according to former chairman Martin Edwards.

The Norwegian was confirmed on a three-year deal on Thursday after excelling in interim charge following the sacking of Jose Mourinho.

Since being installed in December, Solskjaer has guided the club into the Champions League quarter-finals and back into the race for the Premier League top four.