Better late than never, eh? Manchester United were reported to be releasing a statement on the sacking of manager Louis Van Gaal at 1pm today, instead the FA Cup winners have just released it in the last few minutes.
Posted on the club's official website, the statement from executive vice-chairman thanks Van Gaal for his service over the past two years and states that a decision on a successor (Jose Mourinho) will be made soon.
(NYSE: MANU) Louis van Gaal is to leave Manchester United, with immediate effect.
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Executive vice chairman Ed Woodward said: "I would like to thank Louis and his staff for their excellent work in the past two years culminating in winning a record-equalling 12th FA Cup for the club (and securing him a title in four different countries). He has behaved with great professionalism and dignity throughout his time here. He leaves us with a legacy of having given several young players the confidence to show their ability on the highest stage. Everyone at the club wishes him all the best in the future."
A decision on a successor as manager will be announced soon.
(H/T Manutd.com)
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