Manchester United’s new manager Louis van Gaal has got the approval of Sir Alex Ferguson, as the Red Devils’ former boss is pleased with the way the Dutchman has handled things.
Ferguson, who managed the English club for 26 years leading them to 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League victories, retired in 2013. His successor David Moyes had a dismal season at Old Trafford and was sacked in April as United ended the season at a lowly seventh place.
But Ferguson feels Van Gaal has done a good job recuperating the side, even though the results are still not up to the mark. The English giants had a forgettable start to the new season, having already lost against Swansea City and Leicester City and have won just three out of their seven league games so far.
However, the Scotsman feels that the club will see better outcome soon with new players filling the ranks, and has praised the former Netherlands’ coach for giving several home grown players like Paddy McNair and Tyler Blackett a chance to play for the senior team.
“What has pleased me about Louis is he’s given seven young kids their debuts this year, which falls into line with the history of our club”, the 72-year-old was quoted as saying by the BBC.
“Maybe Louis is doing the right thing to clear the decks and build his own team, because he’s got the experience and coaching ability to do that. I think the way he’s approached [it] is brilliant.
“He’s not been getting the results that are expected, (but) there’s no doubt in my mind he will sort it out”, Ferguson added.
Currently fourth in the league table, Manchester United are eight points behind leaders Chelsea, and will be looking to reduce this gap when they take on West Bromwich Albion on Monday before hosting the Blues on 26th October.
