Solskjaer took charge on an interim basis in December when Jose Mourinho was sacked, the former United striker quickly inspiring an upturn in form.
Having left his post at Molde to return to Old Trafford, United won their first eight games in a row in all competitions under Solskjaer's steady hand.
Restoring the feel-good factor at the club also helped Solskjaer to inspire an amazing comeback in United's Champions League last-16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain.