Ole Gunnar Solskjaer dismissive of title race talk

United head into Christmas programme in good spirits, five points behind leaders Liverpool with a game in hand

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has had plenty to smile about of late. Picture: Adam Davy/PA

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has urged his Manchester United players to treat title talk as they would any other “noise” surrounding the club.

United have received plenty of criticism this season, particularly after their Champions League exit earlier this month and over their indifferent home form.