Van Gaal is happy to cull his squad

With the departures of 15 players already under Van Gaal, the manager has proven that if a player doesn’t fit into his system then he is not afraid to let them go, even if they are a hard worker or fan favourite.

Whether Mata wishes to stay and be a part of the Louis van Gaal revolution or is forced out by a manager that sees little use for him because his position is considered well covered by Rooney and Janujaz remains to be seen.