Solskjaer and O'Neil considered for Ipswich Town managerial position
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 1:57 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are leading candidates to manage Ipswich Town following Kieran McKenna's departure. McKenna stepped down after guiding Ipswich back to the Premier League, achieving three promotions in four seasons. Solskjaer, previously manager of Manchester United, is eager to return to coaching after leaving Besiktas. O'Neil, currently with Strasbourg, has also caught the club's attention due to his past at Bristol City. Ipswich is looking for a new head coach as they prepare for the upcoming season.
- •Kieran McKenna resigned last week to take a break from football.
- •McKenna achieved three promotions in four seasons with Ipswich.
- •Solskjaer aims for a managerial role after leaving Besiktas.
- •O'Neil has prior connections to Ipswich's current leadership.
- •Ipswich Town will finalize the managerial appointment soon.
- 1:57 PMYahoo Sports — Solskjaer in the running for Ipswich job
- 1:57 PMBBC Sport — Solskjaer in the running for Ipswich job
"Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are among the leading contenders for the Ipswich managerial role.
"Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are among the leading contenders for the Ipswich managerial role.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 16, 2026, 1:57 PMSolskjaer in the running for Ipswich job
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are among the leading contenders for the Ipswich managerial role.
- BBC SportJun 16, 2026, 1:57 PMSolskjaer in the running for Ipswich job
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and Gary O'Neil are among the leading contenders for the Ipswich managerial role.
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