Solskjaer:
- I have seen Mats several times before, including at the Statoil Academy in Kristiansund. In my opinion he is on par with the best talents at other European clubs in his age group. He has made a very good impression at United. They're going to put in a big effort on him, says Solskjaer.
Scout John Vik, the guy who tipped off United about Mats:
- I got a tip on four extraordinary talents in the Oslo area four years ago. I saw all of them several times and I thought Mats stood out already as a 12-year-old at Lyn.
- Mats has proven himself after he came to United. For the upcoming season, he is selected as one of three key players on the club's youth team, even though he's only 16 years old. Now we'll see how he can handle the responsibility. This may be the most important year of his career.
Mats himself:
- It is very close at United, we eat together with first team players and meet the stars all the time. Sometimes I'm training with Darren Fletcher and others on the reserve team. It's a bit unreal, but very exciting.
- I've got a great chance and I believe it is the right step for me. Even after three months I feel like a better ball player
