Solskjaer new manager for Cardiff

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New Manager relishing Premier League challenge with City

The passion of the fans is one of the factors that intrigued me to Cardiff City."
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer

New Cardiff City manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is relishing the challenge of the Premier League once again following his appointment as manager of the Bluebirds.

Arriving at Cardiff City Stadium from Norwegian outfit Molde FK on a rolling contract as first team manager, Solskjaer was unveiled to the world’s media at a press conference at the Stadium this afternoon.

Expressing his excitement of leading the Bluebirds forward, Solskjaer said: “It’s a fantastic challenge for me. Cardiff City are ready to take that next step up and I hope I can help them.

“I’ve always dreamt of being a manager in the Premier League and I’m delighted to get the opportunity. I’m really looking forward to the challenge ahead. I’m going to bring my energy and enthusiasm to the club.

“I’m a very positive manager,” he continued. “I want to play a good style of football and yesterday we showed what a threat we can be. We’ve got some of the toughest trips in world football coming up this month. They’re games we’ll relish and look forward to.”

Solskjaer has impressed immensely in his first managerial role in his native Norway, guiding Molde FK to their first ‘Tippeligaen’ title in their 100 year history in 2011 before retaining their crown the following campaign, adding the domestic Norwegian Football Cup to his honours list in November.

He is of course well known to the Barclays Premier League having spent an eleven year spell at Manchester United, winning six league titles, two FA Cups and the Champions League in 1999.

“I’ve had my best times of my career in the Premier League,” said Solskjaer. “I can’t wait to lead Cardiff City in front of this passionate support. I have always wanted to come back.

“I am really looking forward to convincing the Cardiff fans that I am the right man to take them forward. We want to push this club forward and up the Premier League. The quality of the staff and players is high here.

“The passion of the fans is one of the factors that intrigued me to Cardiff City. They love the club and give their maximum support to their heroes every single Saturday.

“If you manage a football club that’s exactly what you’re looking for – you want that passion and I’m really looking forward to convincing them that I’m the right man to take the club forward.

“I will try to convince them with my hard work, loyalty and my brand of football.”

The new City boss met his players for the first time at the Vale Resort this morning having taken a first look at his side in the Bluebirds’ clash with Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on New Year’s Day.

“Yesterday (against Arsenal) was the first time I had seen Cardiff live,” said Solskjaer. “They gave me a lot of encouragement. I had my first chat with the players this morning.

“I’m lucky, they’re a great bunch of lads. I’m inheriting a great squad of fantastically talented hard working players. They’ve been used to winning games the last few years, now they’re in the Premier League – it’s a time to enjoy it.

“I hope to inspire and motivate them and improve them as players and improve us as a team. With my philosophy and the way I want football to be played – it starts today."

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[Forrest OAKADA]

As Much as I hate Tan for Sacking Malky, They've played well until the last 15 minutes in their last 2 games and I'm exited to see what Solskjaer will bring to the team....
I Hope Solskjaer can get the best out of our players and help us survive the drop.

I still think Tan is a terrible owner.

 

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As a Spurs fan I can feel for you when it comes to changing manager mid season. Although results have been positive under Sherwood so far.

 

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As a Spurs fan I can feel for you when it comes to changing manager mid season. Hell, we're not even certain Sherwood is permanent. Although results have been positive under him so far.

Especially The Manchester United Result.......Brings faith in some of the signings made in the summer. I think Letting Caulker leave to Cardiff was the best decision for them

As for Solskjaer, He's won stuff with Molde and he has that experience that can help us survive.....

 

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Especially The Manchester United Result.......Brings faith in some of the signings made in the summer. I think Letting Caulker leave to Cardiff was the best decision for them

As for Solskjaer, He's won stuff with Molde and he has that experience that can help us survive.....

We need to make a signing or two during the winter silly's to strengthen the squad, then its all about stability in the squad we have. Talented players, just need to find a system that isn't AVBs. Last night's game was so fun watching, nailbiter.

 

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We need to make a signing or two during the winter silly's to strengthen the squad, then its all about stability in the squad we have. Talented players, just need to find a system that isn't AVBs. Last night's game was so fun watching, nailbiter.

I'm not always a fan of the Winter Transfer window but at times when you need players to reinforce certain areas, It is a must for most teams.

 

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I'm not always a fan of the Winter Transfer window but at times when you need players to reinforce certain areas, It is a must for most teams.

On the topic of transfers, Mata needs to leave Chelsea, dude needs playtime stat since its world cup year.

 

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On the topic of transfers, Mata needs to leave Chelsea, dude needs playtime stat since its world cup year.

Yeah, Mata would be better at a club like Liverpool, Barcelona, Valencia, Athletico Madrid. He'd get Play time, Which he deserves and needs.

 

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Yeah, Mata would be better at a club like Liverpool, Barcelona, Valencia, Athletico Madrid. He'd get Play time, Which he deserves and needs.

I don't see Mourinho letting him go to another PL team this year though. Would have him at Spurs but not too sure on how well he'd fit.

 

[Forrest OAKADA]

I don't see Mourinho letting him go to another PL team this year though. Would have him at Spurs but not too sure on how well he'd fit.

I Think Spurs need to spend money on their Defence. Once they Sell Lamela (Who hasn't done much this season), They can sign Attackers.

 

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I Think Spurs need to spend money on their Defence. Once they Sell Lamela (Who hasn't done much this season), They can sign Attackers.

We need someone to set up guys like erikson, Adebayor and Soldado in my opinion. Adebayor and Soldado are good strikers, especially Adebayor when motivated. Another strong striker wouldn't be something I'd be against though. But midfield and defence needs strengthening as you pointed out.

 

[Jonathan]

Literally no idea why he took this job. No man in the right mind would want to willingly work for Tan... Tan must have said "here's a blank cheque, write your salary" because no person with their wits about them would work for him.

 

[Ovaldinho]

Shows how desperate people are to manage in the PL I guess.

If Tan gives Ole cash, he should perhaps go for someone like Jonathan Williams.

 

[Crayo]

Excited to see him back in the BPL obviously. I hope it works out for him, and I personally think he's going to become a very talented manager. He has a nice philosophy, one very similar to SAF's - unsurprisingly - and is definitely a manager that will win the players over easily.

 

[seabs]

I love Ole so hopefully things work out well for him.