Well it looks like the drama is finally over and Manchester United have officially announced Van Gaal as the new united manager.This marks a new era under him with many players due to leave Old Trafford this summer.Lets have a look at what transpired....
HIS APPOINTMENT
As soon as David Moyes was sacked it was rumored heavily that Louis Van Gaal was the man to take over the team,and now the speculation has turned out to be reality.Many people expected the deal to be announced earlier than this but united delayed the announcement to get all things absolutely right.Even though it is officially announced Van Gaal can't focus on Manchester United now as he is still the manager of Netherlands and he needs to focus on getting results with them in the Brazil World Cup.He has managed a lot of clubs so far and has had good results in most of them.Surely the united fans expect success from him and they may be right.
BACKROOM STAFF CHANGES
Van Gaal also brings with him
Ryan Giggs said: "I am thrilled to have the chance to serve as assistant manager. Louis van Gaal is a world-class coach and I know I will learn a lot about coaching from being able to observe and contribute at such close quarters. Manchester United has been a huge part of my life and I'm delighted to be able to continue that relationship in such a key role."
SERIOUS QUESTIONS RELATING TO PLAYERS
There is surely many changes that will happen to the squad this summer with rumors saying that Van Gaal has already bid for players and is looking at some new ones as well.He was the one who asked United not to give a extension to veteran Rio Ferdinand and now the serious questions are
Under Moyes Rooney was the leading contender to wear the armband but now there are rumors circulating that Van Gaal will give the armband to Robin Van Persie the Netherland captain.
HIS APPOINTMENT
As soon as David Moyes was sacked it was rumored heavily that Louis Van Gaal was the man to take over the team,and now the speculation has turned out to be reality.Many people expected the deal to be announced earlier than this but united delayed the announcement to get all things absolutely right.Even though it is officially announced Van Gaal can't focus on Manchester United now as he is still the manager of Netherlands and he needs to focus on getting results with them in the Brazil World Cup.He has managed a lot of clubs so far and has had good results in most of them.Surely the united fans expect success from him and they may be right.
BACKROOM STAFF CHANGES
- Manchester United's most decorated player in their history RYAN GIGGS now assumes the position of assistant coach under Van Gaal.
Van Gaal also brings with him
- FRANS HOEK - He is the Netherlands goalkeeping coach and has been instrumental in development of keepers like United Legend Van der Sar and Barcelona's Victor Valdes.He joins as assistant coach,specialising in goalkeeping
- MARCEL BOUT-He joins as assistant coach,specialising in opposition scouting,having previously worked for Bayern,Telstar,AZ,FC Volendam and Feyenoord.
United fans and supporters will be hoping they help Van Gaal in bringing success back to Old Trafford.
PLAYERS AND OWNERS ON VAN GAAL
Ed Woodward said: "In Louis van Gaal, we have secured the services of one of the outstanding managers in the game today. He has achieved many things in his career to date and Old Trafford provides him with a fitting stage on which to write new chapters in the Manchester United story.
Louis van Gaal said: "It was always a wish for me to work in the Premier League. To work as a manager for Manchester United, the biggest club in the world, makes me very proud. I have managed in games at Old Trafford before and know what an incredible arena Old Trafford is and how passionate and knowledgeable the fans are. This club has big ambitions; I too have big ambitions. Together I'm sure we will make history."
Ryan Giggs said: "I am thrilled to have the chance to serve as assistant manager. Louis van Gaal is a world-class coach and I know I will learn a lot about coaching from being able to observe and contribute at such close quarters. Manchester United has been a huge part of my life and I'm delighted to be able to continue that relationship in such a key role."
SERIOUS QUESTIONS RELATING TO PLAYERS
There is surely many changes that will happen to the squad this summer with rumors saying that Van Gaal has already bid for players and is looking at some new ones as well.He was the one who asked United not to give a extension to veteran Rio Ferdinand and now the serious questions are
- WHO WILL BE MADE CLUB CAPTAIN??
- Will Van Persie be valued more than Rooney??
As Van Gaal has already worked with Van Persie in the Netherland team there are rumors saying that Rooney may be dropped and may not get playing time .
Now there is a lot of responsibility that is laid upon him and the backroom staffs to bring back the glory of Manchester United and revive the United foothold once again. The only question is , Will his appointment be the "Revival of United era" or will the "End of Ferguson era" continue ??