Solskjaer becomes Cardiff boss: win-win or a risk for everyone?

The stakes are high as Vincent Tan appoints former Man United striker as Bluebirds boss

Vincent Tan Ole Gunnar Solskjaer Cardiff City

FORMER Manchester United striker Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been appointed as the new manager of Cardiff City, replacing Malky Mackay who was sacked over Christmas after a long stand-off with controversial owner Vincent Tan.

Having cut his teeth as a member of the Man United coaching staff and then as manager of Molde in his native Norway, Solskjaer has now decided to try his luck as a Premier League boss under one of the most notorious owners in the division.

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