Players are backing him

The whole world saw Robin van Persie high five LVG after he scored in their 5-1 victory over Spain in the group stages of the World Cup.

Juan Mata feels: “the manager is a great manager who has brought a strong mentality. This club is made for a winning mentality and I think he has it… Everything is new but we are adapting to his style of football.”

After a season of discontent and unrest in the dressing room, this was vital and Van Gaal has it down to a tee already.