I’ve said it a fair few times before but I’ll say it again: the job he has done with the make up of our squad is nothing short of outstanding.
We played a strong first team and were able to bring on the likes of Rashford, Bruno and Cavani to get us over the line against a very good side.
Granted, squad shaping comes at a cost but he’s succeeding in an area that others overwhelmingly failed. The decision to bin off Sanchez and Lukaku and trust in Rashford, Martial and Greenwood was a brave one that is starting to pay dividends.
And yes, we could very well lose to Arsenal at the weekend; however, I look at where we were compared to where we are now and the progress is undeniable.
He clearly has a vision, and it's perfect for our club. We know why that is, and while it doesn't mean he'll be half as good as SAF, it's important that we appreciate the changes. It's not the easiest way to do what Ole does, but since he came he was clear on it. I do it this way now or it's no point doing it. I've never felt Ole has done something selfish, every decision in detail is made thinking it helps the club. Can't get every decision right, but he has done a lot of cool things.
We seem united. The way we have gotten straight back into form after the Spurs defeat is direct proof of mental strength and togetherness we haven't seen since SAF.
Also, not with the same success yet, but if it weren't for his injuries then trusting a player like Tuanzebe might have payed off too. Look at Rashford and McTominay and how vital they have become. Look at Martial who has stepped up after the trust given to him. Even Fred and Shaw who struggled for game time for a while is now showing personality on the pitch. Ole have probably the youngest PL team and took them to 3rd place, and he is building something and is proving it with results and performances like these.
Him trusting certain players gives us the attacking edge we have lacked since SAF, and he is getting the whole team to work their ass off defensively to earn those attacking privileges so we're both dangerous and balanced, I'm enjoying the ride like ever before and frankly I'm impressed with Ole.