"That's not a football club, mate" - Legendary coach van Gaal slams ex-club Manchester United
Manager Van Gaal has left a damaging impact on his previous team, Manchester United.
Football veteran Louis van Gaal has let loose on Manchester United, wiping the floor with their performance and leadership. This 73-year-old Dutch mastermind, who once led United to a FA Cup triumph, isn't pulling any punches.
Van Gaal's criticism is focused on the disasters unfolding at his old stomping ground. Manchester United's fixation on commercial success has led them astray from their football roots, leaving him shocked. "It's a commercial club, not a football club. I said it once before, and I'll say it again - it's always hard," van Gaal told Sky Sports.
Van Gaal takes aim at United's transfer policy and the absurdity of coaches having no say in the players they bring in. To him, it's asinine that the owners steer the ship, leaving coaches at the mercy of their decisions. "If the coach can't decide which players come in, the situation is tough. It should be this way, so you can sack the coach if they're not delivering results. But if others bring in the players, then we have a problem," said van Gaal.
United Needs a Liverpool-style Kick in the Teeth
This past season was a disaster for Manchester United, marking their worst performance in the Premier League to date. They landed in 15th place, suffering 18 defeats and missing out on European competition for the first time since the 2014/15 season.
To get back on track, van Gaal believes Manchester United should emulate their arch-rivals FC Liverpool. At Liverpool, the coach is the one calling the shots when it comes to transfers, instructing their sporting director on who to recruit. "At Liverpool, he's the man who says to his sporting director, 'You have to buy this player.' That's what they should pay attention to," said the former Bayern Munich champion coach.
Sources: ntv.de, tno/dpa
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Manchester United's Transfer Strategy
Manchester United seems to be returning to a transfer strategy similar to the one under Sir Alex Ferguson, where they focus on signing top talent from the Premier League. The aim is to secure players who can make an immediate impact and show potential for growth within the club. Recent interests in players like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo reflect this focus[3]. Additionally, the club is working on resolving the futures of players like Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford, Antony, and Alejandro Garnacho, either by securing permanent deals or moving them on to free up resources[2][5].
Liverpool's Transfer Strategy
Liverpool's transfer strategy has been about scouting and developing emerging talent, rather than relying solely on established stars. This approach has enabled them to maintain a competitive edge while staying financially sustainable[4].
The Commission has not yet received any reply from Louis van Gaal regarding his suggestions on Manchester United's transfer strategy. Van Gaal, a football veteran and legendary coach, advised United to emulate FC Liverpool's approach, emphasizing the importance of coaches having control over transfers for a successful football club season in the Premier League.
