Solskjaer MUST win Europa League to hang on to his job, says Murphy
Top-four finish won’t be enough for Man United boss, while Chelsea players disgust Portuguese legend.
They are 1/16 with Paddy Power to finish in the top four in the Premier League and secure a Champions League spot for next season.
However, former Liverpool midfielder Murphy, speaking on TalkSport, believes that is the bare minimum Solskjaer should be achieving.
"I like him and I'm not one who wants to see managers sacked and I do think they've made some strides forward, but Manchester United have to be doing better.
Paddy Power have United as 13/8 favourites to win the Europa League after they were drawn against Granada in the last eight.
Fellow Premier League side Arsenal are seen as their biggest threats at 3/1.
Newcastle keeper ready to turn his back on England
SOCCER: Newcastle United keeper Karl Darlow is ready to pledge his international future to Wales after being overlooked by England.
However, The Sun reports that Northampton-born Darlow considers the time right to switch allegiances after failing to make England's latest squad.
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Darlow, who is rated an 18/1 shot to make England's Euro squad with Sky Bet, is also out of favour at Newcastle having recently been deposed by Martin Dubravka.
'Disgusted' Futre wants Porto players to die for cause against Blues
SOCCER: Porto legend Paulo Futre was incensed after hearing reports Chelsea players celebrated their Champions League draw against the Portuguese side.
Portuguese outlet Record reports that the 55-year-old was "disgusted" by the Blues players' reaction to being paired with the tournament outsiders - Porto can be backed at 40/1 with Betfred to win the tournament.
Responding to the draw on Portuguese TV channel CMTV, Futre called on the Porto players to "sweat blood" to get past the Premier League side.