David Beckham has praised Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for his work at Manchester United.

The Norwegian has United in fifth place in the Premier League, as well as competing in the Europa League knockout stages and FA Cup.

And Beckham thinks his former Red Devils teammate has the support of the club's fans.

"I think he's doing a good job," Beckham told Sky Sports.

"The fact that he's stepped in and stepped up, and that he continues to be positive about players, he's got that from the boss. He would never criticise a player from his club and Ole has been exactly the same.

"He's still learning but he will protect his players and protect Manchester United.

"All of the fans will be behind him because he's a great person and because of what he's done for Manchester United over the years."

Asked if it is hard to watch United not challenging for the title, Beckham added: "Is it hard to watch them now? No because I'm a real Manchester United fan and whatever the situation, I love watching them play.

"But let's hope it doesn't last for too much longer that we go without trophies because we are one of the biggest clubs in the world and not many clubs have that tradition."