Van Gaal is building the team around him

A manager who trusts his players always seems to get the most out of his stars.

Di Maria knows he is needed and valued at United and is a guaranteed starter.

A happy Di Maria makes for a good Di Maria on the field – and that is never a bad thing for United.

Being made the main man and player that is involved in everything is what Di Maria wanted when moving from Real Madrid, and Van Gaal is making sure he gets it.