Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata is happy manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer landed the permanent job before the end of the season.

Mata comes off contract next month, but he insists he's enjoyed playing for Solskjaer.

He told the Manchester Evening News, "The first thing I will say about him is he is a great human being.

"He's a great man. And you can see that since day one. Obviously he's a legend of the club, he's been a player and he's done great things, but his mentality, his way of communicating, his positivity since he came. He was very encouraging for all of us and all the fans and people who love Manchester United.

"So I'm very happy for him when he got the permanent job because I think he embodies what Manchester United is and he is a great person, so perfect."