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If I was any of Darmian, Rojo, Blind, Herrera, Mata, Memphis, or Jones I'd probably be very worried right now.

I think Blind hasn't done much wrong, considering he has played in an un-natural position for most of the season. The rest I 100% agree with

LVG gone. Hoek, Stuivenberg and Reckers also out

— Mark Ogden (@MarkOgden_) May 23, 2016

The fat man reckons official statement at 1.

Edit: Fuck off Sam. Stop posting things 15 minutes before me because I haven't refreshed the thread.

Giggs reportedly offered a demotion to coach (boo) but will reject it and leave (yay)

But I very highly doubt Mourinho is licking his lips at some of them, least of all Memphis. Other than the fact he's a bit shit, at least based on what we've seen of him so far, I struggle to see Mourinho accommodating a lazy, work-shy show pony who thought he'd hit the big time the second he rocked up in Manchester. If he doesn't make flogging him the first order of business, which would be harsh but probably deserved, he would have to change his game considerably to fit in. The author makes the example of Hazard and Ronaldo, but both of them are players you would make far greater concessions for, and even Hazard had to fight to fit in.

This is only gonna go really well or really badly . I'm cautiously optimistic, though I will wait to see what signings we make before making my mind up.

Don't worry, Ibra is United-bound.

NYSE: MANU) Louis van Gaal is to leave Manchester United, with immediate effect.

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.

It has been an honour to manage such a magnificent club as Manchester United FC, and in doing so, I have fulfilled a long-held ambition.

I am immensely proud to have helped United win the FA Cup for the 12th time in the club's history. I have been privileged during my management career to have won 20 trophies but winning the FA Cup, which is steeped in so much history, will always be one of the most special achievements of my career.

I am very disappointed to be unable to complete our intended three-year plan. I believe that the foundations are firmly in place to enable the club to move forward and achieve even greater success.

I hope that winning the FA Cup will give the club a platform to build upon next season to restore the success that this passionate set of fans desire.

Having managed in Holland, Spain and Germany, I had always hoped for the opportunity to manage in English football and be part of English culture. Both of these experiences have lived up to expectations and been fantastic.

I thank my players and wish them well for next season. It has been a pleasure to work with them and it has been particularly rewarding to see so many young players take their chance to break into the first team and excel. I look forward to watching the continued development of these young players next season.

Thank you to the owners and board of Manchester United for giving me the opportunity to manage this great club.

I would also like to express my gratitude to the amazing United supporters. They are truly the best fans in the world.

I am indebted to my support and coaching staff, who have given me their all during their time at the club.

I am deeply grateful to each and every member of the club’s staff - the sports science team, the medical team, the kit and laundry department, club administration, the press office, the manager's team, the Academy team, ground staff and the catering team, both at Old Trafford stadium and Carrington training ground, all of whom have given me their unwavering support in my time at United. Never in my 25 years as a manager have I been so well supported in my role.

Finally, my special thanks go to Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Bobby Charlton for always making me and my family feel so welcome throughout my time as Manchester United manager.

Woodward went to see LVG last night at his home in Bowdon to deliver news. LVG now on flight to Portugal - asked for club to delay news

— James Ducker (@TelegraphDucker) May 23, 2016

All things considered I think we've handled this pretty well.

Sounds like you've handled things pretty well behind the scenes, and done an absolute abortion of a job when it comes to managing the press and the public perception of events.

How in any way, shape or form did you handle this 'pretty well' ?