Manchester United winger Daniel James' instant impact in the Premier League is a result of his humility and hard work on the training ground and he is setting an example at the club for others to follow, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said.

James, signed from Swansea City during the close season, opened the scoring in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Southampton when he cut into the box from the left and fired a rocket into the top corner that gave goalkeeper Angus Gunn no chance.&nbsp;

It was James' third goal in four matches, making the Welshman United's top scorer this season -- ahead of the more experienced forwards Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial who have two goals each.

"I think he's an example for everyone," Solskjaer told reporters. "He's our top scorer and that comes from his personality, his habits.

"He's humble, he works hard and he knows he can improve. He's come in and made an impact ever since day one in training.

"He made a recovery run (against Southampton), won the ball, went forward... He knows he could have scored a few more and we'll work with him to get his quality even higher. Then we'll have a top, top player."

United midfielder Juan Mata also praised the 21-year-old James, commending his energy both on and off the ball.

"(It was a) very good goal, a fantastic finish," Mata said. "He's a very hard-working player.

"He gave us a lot on the wing and even in the second half, when everyone was a bit tired, he was still sprinting and giving very dangerous crosses. (I'm) very happy for him and hopefully he can do it many more times."

United, with five points from four games, next host unbeaten Leicester City on Sept. 14 after the international break.

Manchester United winger Daniel James' instant impact in the Premier League is a result of his humility and hard work on the training ground and he is setting an example at the club for others to follow, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said.

Manchester United winger Daniel James' instant impact in the Premier League is a result of his humility and hard work on the training ground and he is setting an example at the club for others to follow, manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer said. James, signed from Swansea City during the close season, opened the scoring in Saturday's 1-1 draw at Southampton when he cut into the box from the left and fired a rocket into the top corner that gave goalkeeper Angus Gunn no chance. It was James' third goal in four matches, making the Welshman United's top scorer this season -- ahead of the more experienced forwards Marcus Rashford and Anthony Martial who have two goals each. "I think he's an example for everyone," Solskjaer told reporters. "He's our top scorer and that comes from his personality, his habits. "He's humble, he works hard and he knows he can improve. He's come in and made an impact ever since day one in training. "He made a recovery run (against Southampton), won the ball, went forward... He knows he could have scored a few more and we'll work with him to get his quality even higher. Then we'll have a top, top player." United midfielder Juan Mata also praised the 21-year-old James, commending his energy both on and off the ball. "(It was a) very good goal, a fantastic finish," Mata said. "He's a very hard-working player. "He gave us a lot on the wing and even in the second half, when everyone was a bit tired, he was still sprinting and giving very dangerous crosses. (I'm) very happy for him and hopefully he can do it many more times." United, with five points from four games, next host unbeaten Leicester City on Sept. 14 after the international break.

Hard-working Daniel James setting an example at Man United, says Solskjaer

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer risked angering Manchester United fans on Wednesday, saying it was only a "loud minority" who want <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/paul-pogba-must-stay-at-manchester-united-says-juan-mata-237724&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwihif-Zsc3jAhVJPI8KHcbCDhUQFjABegQIAhAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw08boDTtHmG1m1tX3emz5Sa">Paul Pogba</a> out of the club.

The French midfielder has made clear his determination to leave the Premier League giants, with Real Madrid and his former club Juventus both said to be interested.

But Solskjaer has made clear that he wants to keep the World Cup winner, as he attempts to steer the Old Trafford club back into the Champions League.

The 26-year-old Pogba's publicly stated wish to leave, and his tepid displays at the end of last season, have infuriated many United supporters.

Asked if he expected a backlash from United supporters against the Frenchman, Solskjaer said: "I think our fans know what Paul has given the club and can give us."

The Norwegian, who will need a fast start to the season to convince doubters he's the right man for one of the biggest jobs in football, said: "Of course there are some loud and small minority (against Pogba), but Paul has been absolutely top in the group.

"Me and the players will testify to that - that he's never ever been a problem and we are just grateful that he performs as well as he does," said the manager, speaking on the eve of a friendly against Tottenham Hotspur in Shanghai.

Solskjaer meanwhile urged patience and denied that he was frustrated by the club's failure to sign more players this summer.

United have bought winger Daniel James and full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka.

But they are yet to seal a deal for Leicester City defender Harry Maguire, and <a href="https://www.google.com/url?client=internal-uds-cse&amp;cx=006054055338965708568:09spwrlibei&amp;q=https://www.wionews.com/sports/paul-pogba-central-to-manchester-united-rebuilding-plans-says-ole-gunnar-solskjaer-236576&amp;sa=U&amp;ved=2ahUKEwihif-Zsc3jAhVJPI8KHcbCDhUQFjAAegQIAxAC&amp;usg=AOvVaw1sAMRV0txbOMXae8IGhsrO">Solskjaer</a> is also reportedly eyeing Portuguese playmaker Bruno Fernandes.

"I am very happy with the two mentioned (James and Wan-Bissaka), we have got to be patient," said the 46-year-old former United predator, adding that he "believed in" his squad.

"It's a long haul and very important we get the right ones (players) in, we can't just jump on a different path when you hit a hurdle."

One player who looks certain to leave is forward Romelu Lukaku, who is interesting Inter Milan.

The big Belgian will again be absent on Thursday because of injury, but reports suggest that the player and the club are happy to part ways.

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer risked angering Manchester United fans on Wednesday, saying it was only a "loud minority" who want Paul Pogba out of the club. The French midfielder has made clear his determination to leave the Premier League giants, with Real Madrid and his former club Juventus both said to be interested.

Manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer risked angering Manchester United fans on Wednesday, saying it was only a "loud minority" who want Paul Pogba out of the club. The French midfielder has made clear his determination to leave the Premier League giants, with Real Madrid and his former club Juventus both said to be interested. But Solskjaer has made clear that he wants to keep the World Cup winner, as he attempts to steer the Old Trafford club back into the Champions League. The 26-year-old Pogba's publicly stated wish to leave, and his tepid displays at the end of last season, have infuriated many United supporters. Asked if he expected a backlash from United supporters against the Frenchman, Solskjaer said: "I think our fans know what Paul has given the club and can give us." The Norwegian, who will need a fast start to the season to convince doubters he's the right man for one of the biggest jobs in football, said: "Of course there are some loud and small minority (against Pogba), but Paul has been absolutely top in the group. "Me and the players will testify to that - that he's never ever been a problem and we are just grateful that he performs as well as he does," said the manager, speaking on the eve of a friendly against Tottenham Hotspur in Shanghai. Solskjaer meanwhile urged patience and denied that he was frustrated by the club's failure to sign more players this summer. United have bought winger Daniel James and full-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka. But they are yet to seal a deal for Leicester City defender Harry Maguire, and Solskjaer is also reportedly eyeing Portuguese playmaker Bruno Fernandes. "I am very happy with the two mentioned (James and Wan-Bissaka), we have got to be patient," said the 46-year-old former United predator, adding that he "believed in" his squad. "It's a long haul and very important we get the right ones (players) in, we can't just jump on a different path when you hit a hurdle." One player who looks certain to leave is forward Romelu Lukaku, who is interesting Inter Milan. The big Belgian will again be absent on Thursday because of injury, but reports suggest that the player and the club are happy to part ways.

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