Manchester United have sacked their manager, Louis van Gaal, just two days after winning the FA Cup for them.
The Dutchman led United to victory on Saturday against Crystal Palace at the Wembley in a 2-1 win which stretched into extra-time.
LVG has endured a roller coaster spell at Old Trafford with many United fans feeling frustrated with his tactics.
The club let go of the Dutchman on Monday in preparation of his former assistant, Jose Mourinho, who has heavily been linked to his job.
Van Gaal was at the Aon Training Complex on Monday morning ahead of his sacking. Also sacked were his coaching staff like United assistant coach Albert Stuivenberg and goalkeeper coach Frans Hoek. They leave the club with immediate effect.
Ed Woodward arrived on Monday at Manchester United’s Carrington training complex ahead of talks with Van Gaal on Monday morning.
The United executive vice-chairman informed Van Gaal he will no longer continue as manager as they look to appoint Mourinho as his successor.
Mourinho expects to have more talks on Tuesday ahead of signing a three-year deal with Rui Faria and Silvino Louro the goalkeeping coach expected to follow.
Ryan Giggs’ future at United is up in the air despite Mourinho’s wish to keep the Welshman at the club.
Van Gaal’s trusted performance analyst Max Reckers, who caused friction within the Manchester United family, has also been shown the Old Trafford exit door.
