Louis van Gaal has spent big money at Manchester United and after finishing fourth, it's time for him to mount a serious title challenge. Zaha became Sir Alex Ferguson’s final signing as manager of the Red Devils but after spending the remainder of the 2012/13 season with Crystal Palace arrived at the club following Ferguson’s retirement and the appointment of David Moyes. While Van Gaal’s spells at Barcelona may be remembered for clashes with players and the press rather than masses of silverware, he may look back at his legacy at the club as having blooded a number of youngsters who ultimately led the club to success – which may still be the case at Manchester United. Van Gaal, who spent two seasons … Louis van Gaal - hired May 2014, sacked May 2016. Alexander Buttner. He returned to Crystal Palace in 2015, where he has been continually linked with moves to top six sides. EXCLUSIVE: Louis van Gaal spent two years at United, winning the FA Cup in his second season, but was dumped for Jose Mourinho despite that Wembley triumph. Louis van Gaal has spent just shy of £262m during his time at United. David Moyes, on the other hand, spent just £65m at the Old Trafford club. It became a game of cat and mouse. Likewise, United hope that Van Gaal’s imminent arrival will help with their attempts to lure playmaker Toni Kroos away from German champions Bayern Munich. A dependable servant for seven years, Van Gaal sold the Brazilian to Lyon in 2015. 250 million. Some … That’s the number being thrown angrily at Louis van Gaal. Part of the issue is injuries: Several of the current key contributors, including Carrick, Fellaini, and left back Daley Blind, have been hurt at some point this season. He returned to Crystal Palace in 2015, where he has been continually linked with moves to top six sides. After finishing seventh under David Moyes, United have spent around £300 million since Louis van Gaal took over. Van Gaal spent almost £160m on new six faces during the summer. It became a game of cat and mouse. Rafael da Silva. From the section. 2 September 2015. Manchester United have completed the £36m signing of Monaco forward Anthony Martial, making him … Even after the £150 million Van Gaal spent in the summer, he's still the captain and one of the first names on the team sheet. Transfer mistakes When looking at United’s most expensive players of all time, six of the top 10 have all been purchased by Moyes of Van Gaal. Louis Van Gaal and Jose Mourinho are always criticised as the two coaches who came to Manchester United and neglected the youth system of the club to focus more on marquee signings.. A dependable servant for seven years, Van Gaal sold the Brazilian to Lyon in 2015. And then there's the cash United has spent under Van Gaal, which is the biggest gripe about the Dutchman. As Ferguson's last ever signing, much was expected of Zaha at United but it did not work out for the forward. The 14 players Louis van Gaal signed at Man Utd - and where they are now. Not even Sir Alex could break that record! Vastly experienced Van Gaal followed Moyes and took over at Old Trafford. Share Comments; By. Can Phil Neville Turn David Beckham's Inter Miami right into a Trophy Contender (2021 SEASON PREVIEW) We’ve taken a look at the 19 players he sold as United manager to see how they’ve subsequently fared. At this stage last season, before the £39m signing of Juan Mata in January, Moyes had spent £28m, bringing in just one player. Van Gaal’s first game ended a 42-year wait for an opening day home defeat and gave Swansea their first-ever win at Old Trafford. Rafael da Silva. Captain and arguably United’s best striker Wayne Rooney has been used in central Midfield, Antonio Valenica at full back and record signing Di Maria doesn’t seem to have a position. Simon Mullock . 5. In terms of shots per game, Mourinho – who has led United in 54 top-flight games so far - leads with 15 to LVG’s 12.39. Anthony Martial: Man Utd sign Monaco forward for £36m. As Ferguson’s last ever signing, much was expected of Zaha at United but it did not work out for the forward. And, in fairness to the Dutchman, he did exactly that in his first game in charge. Van Gaal has spent more than £220m building a new team in his 14 months as Man Utd manager. Preview. The current lineup wasn’t even an option for much … Van Gaal suspected as much and had a tracker fitted so he could check if the emails were opened and for how long. After joining United in 2014, Van Gaal spent over £250million on new signings and also wasn’t afraid to get rid of some big names at Old Trafford. Many believed Van Gaal could break records at Old Trafford. Louis van Gaal may have spent over £250m (€341m) since he took over at Manchester United, but he still does not know whether his squad is capable of being a major force in the Champions League. Club: Manchester United Year: 2016 The former Ajax youth player was regularly trusted by Van Gaal, but was on the periphery under his successor Jose Mourinho. Van Gaal suspected as much and had a tracker fitted so he could check if the emails were opened and for how long. He would never command the same fee Di Maria did in the summer. Louis van Gaal managerial career - 15 major trophies, including league titles & Champions League at Ajax, Barcelona, Bayern Munich & Manchester United. Van Gaal is now 7 months into his United tenure and still doesn’t seems to be aware of his best players or system. He is more of a teacher than a tactician. Van Gaal spent two seasons at Manchester United between 2014 and 2016, during which time he won the FA Cup, and has recently spoken out about his time at the club. After all, Mata and Herrera spent months on the bench while van Gaal tinkered and moved things around. Louis van Gaal has taken fresh aim at former club Manchester United.The experienced Dutch boss replaced David Moyes at United in 2014 and spent two seasons at O Wayne Rooney paid Louis van Gaal the ultimate compliment following his short spell as Manchester United manager. Initially Van Gaal asked to be judged after 3 months, that now seems to have been extended … Note: we’ve not included players that left on free transfers. Wilfried Zaha has revealed how he was ‘set up to fail’ by Louis van Gaal during the winger’s disappointing spell at Manchester United. It is the amount spent on players in a year and a half, only to deliver Manchester United a shambolic Champions League exit. Make no mistake about it, Louis van Gaal is an excellent manager, albeit a heavily misunderstood manager.