Solskjaer sees 'exciting times ahead' with Sir Jim Ratcliffe's new ownership

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer sees a bright future for Manchester United following the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, with the club's new co-owner injecting renewed hope into supporters.

Ratcliffe's acquisition of a 25% share in December, along with assuming control of football operations, marks a seismic shift in direction.

As the CEO of the INEOS chemicals group, the British billionaire has bold aspirations for United, both on and off the pitch.

His presence has revitalised optimism among fans, who endured years of uncertainty under the Glazers' leadership. However, despite Ratcliffe's ambitions, the club's current position, languishing in sixth place in the Premier League and ousted from the Champions League, underscores the challenges ahead.

United head coach Erik ten Hag admitted that he has a 'fantastic feeling' regarding their future plans.

Solskjaer echoes this sentiment, foreseeing promising prospects for his beloved former club.

'It's very exciting times with Jim Ratcliffe,' said Solskjaer at media event in Bangalore, India on Friday. 'I think it has breathed belief into both fans and supporters. But we need more consistency.

'You can see even the better teams are not as consistent as they were. If you go two years back, Liverpool 99-100 points, that is consistency.

'If we want to get to the top again we need at least 90 points, and need more consistency.'

Speaking on the condition of Old Trafford, Solskjaer emphasised the importance and need for change: 'We have to move on with the times at the moment. Something has to happen at Old Trafford' he added.

'It's either a renovation or a new stadium because we're falling behind if we are staying at the same place. We need new stadiums like, for example, the Tottenham stadium, it's