Mark Dempsey has reportedly been provided with different responsibility behind the scenes at Manchester United, switching from being an assistant to Ole Gunnar Solskjaer to taking on a role with the academy.

With United having endured a mixed three months since the beginning of the season, speculation persists regarding the long-term future of Solskjaer.

However, according to The Mirror, the first change in roles at Old Trafford involves Solskjaer's long-term aide Dempsey.

The 56-year-old had previously worked with the Norwegian at Cardiff City and Molde before joining the ex-forward at the Premier League giants.

Instead of continuing his position in the first-team dugout, Dempsey will now be involved within the academy setup at the North-West outfit.

The report suggests that Mike Phelan will now be regarded as Solskjaer's number two.