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Ed Woodward Says Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Epitomises Manchester United Philosophy

Manchester United's executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has said the team has a "walking, talking" embodiment of their philosophy as manager in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.

The Norwegian has come under fire in recent weeks, with his team struggling to find form in the Premier League. Ahead of Sunday's match with leaders Liverpool, they sit 14th in the top flight, just a point clear of the relegation zone.

Despite the struggles of the team and the pressure mounting on Solskjaer, Woodward has outlined his faith in the coach, noting he sums up the identity the team is trying to establish, per United We Stand (h/t Andy Mitten of The National):

"There should be both a humbleness and an arrogance.