Barcelona prepared for their trip to Old Trafford by recording an important 2-0 victory over Atletico Madrid in La Liga on Saturday evening, thanks to goals from Luis Suarez and Lionel Messi.

Solskjaer and first-team coach Mike Phelan were both in the crowd to watch the game and take notes.



Speaking after the win, head coach Valverde praised United and admitted he is wary of facing the Reds at Old Trafford.