There has been a World Cup hangover

Not only did it mean that Louis van Gaal did not get the time he wanted to prepare for taking over at Old Trafford, it did not give his players the summer break they needed either.

Many managers point to the fact that a summer international tournament can have a lasting impact on players and it seems that is the case for a couple of United players.

Robin van Persie is case in point, with the Dutchman still struggling to rediscover his form from Brazil.