This archive report was first published on 16 August 2019.
Manchester United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has denied reports that Alexis Sanchez is keen to leave the club before the European transfer window closes on September 2.
Sanchez was not included in United's squad for their opening league win against Chelsea last weekend, sparking speculation about his future at Old Trafford.
However, Solskjaer insisted that Sanchez is a professional who works hard every day and wants to be part of the team.
“Alexis is such a professional. He comes in working every single day, really hard. He wants to be part of this,” Solskjaer told reporters ahead of Monday's league trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers.
On the other hand, Solskjaer praised new signing Harry Maguire, who became the most expensive defender in history when he joined United from Leicester City for £80 million.
Maguire made a positive debut against Chelsea, marshalling the back line and making crucial interceptions and clearances to neutralise attacks.
“He's very level headed, just as composed off the pitch as on it,” Solskjaer added. “(He is) experienced, a big presence around the place, smiling, a personality you like to have around and a cool head at the back is important.”
United face a tough test against Wolves, who finished seventh in their first season back in the top flight last season.
