Manchester United CEO Ed Woodward backed Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, calling for patience from the Manchester United fanbase.

United have started the season with 8 points through 6 matches.

"We and our growing global fanbase demand success. Success means winning trophies. That target and that standard has never changed for Manchester United. The progress we have made on the business side underpins the continued investment in the football side. "Much of the progress made around that investment, in the academy, the recruitment department and the training facilities is behind the scenes and therefore not immediately apparent to those on the outside looking in," said Woodward.

Solskjaer signed a three year contract with United last season.

United announced a revenue of $781 million for last year, with a profit of over $62 million.