Louis Van Gaal, who has been under intense pressure over
Manchester United’s poor performance, blasted the media for fueling the
speculation regarding his future. He stated he was only in the press conference
because the Premier league rules meant it was compulsory for him to attend prior to the game against Stoke City.
When asked about comments made by Arsene Wenger during his
press conference earlier in the day, a visibly angry LVG asked: “Has anyone in
this room not a feeling that they should apologise to me? Nobody has that
feeling? That’s what I am wondering.” Arsene Wenger had said earlier today that
the speculation surrounding the United manager was disrespectful.
The confused journalist
then asked what the media had done wrong. In a press conference that lasted
less than five minutes, the Dutch manager said he heard in the media that he
had been sacked and replaced by Jose Mourinho.
He seemed to suggest that there was a long way to go in the
season and reminded those present that four weeks ago his team was in first
place and in four weeks time, they could be top again. He ended the press conference
by stating: “I only say now I am focused on Stoke City, I have helped my players,
I wish you a Merry Christmas, and maybe also a Happy new year when I see you. Enjoy
the wine and the mince pies. Goodbye.”
If Man United’s form continues against Stoke City, the
pressure on the manager will build up even further considering that Jose Mourinho
is available following his departure from Chelsea.
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