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REVEALED: Why Man Utd boss Solskjaer hooked Martial during Newcastle win

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hooked Anthony Martial after the Frenchman ignored his instructions during victory over Newcastle United.

The Mirror reports Solskjaer was heard shouting "start moving" and "some movement" at Martial before taking him off against Newcastle.

The Manchester United forward was leading the line on Sunday night, but was ineffective in what was a drab first half at Old Trafford.

Solskjaer made it clear to Martial he wanted to see more from him in the second half but the Frenchman failed to improve his performance after the break.

Solskjaer made one last attempt to spur the striker on, shouting at him to "start moving".

But eventually the Red Devils boss opted to hook Martial, replacing him with young England international Mason Greenwood.

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