If true, that would put either himself or Fred at risk, and his impressive showing at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium should go some way to making sure his spot is safe.
Solskjaer fielded an experienced side on Saturday to try and grind out a result after Liverpool’s massacre at Old Trafford had prompted fierce scrutiny.
That move seemed to pay dividends, and a new strike partnership involving Cavani and Ronaldo could be something for United fans to look forward to over the coming weeks.
Having found a winning recipe, at least briefly, the Norwegian may have shaken off rumours linking Antonio Conte and Zinedine Zidane to the United hotseat.