Wednesday, August 29, 2007

Ole's a United great

The 34-year-old striker announced his retirement from the game on Tuesday following a lengthy injury battle which has restricted his involvement in the first team over the last few years.

Like many fans, Crerand is sad to see Solskjaer's illustrious Old Trafford career come to a premature end, but the 1968 European Cup winner insists there is no chance of the man dubbed 'the baby-faced assassin' being forgotten.

Solskjaer will remain at Old Trafford in a coaching capacity and as a club ambassador, and Crerand fully expects the Norwegian to become a successful coach.

"He's got unvaluable experience of playing at the top level and winning trophies and that will only benefit him as a coach," says Paddy. "Ole has done things for Manchester United that people only dream about. Hopefully he'll now be able to help others realise their dreams."