The former Chelsea striker says the criticism his compatriot has received is natural at a club like Manchester United but is convinced he will succeed at Old Trafford
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink has described Louis van Gaal as a “very loving man” and believes the Manchester United manager will ultimately confound his critics.
The Red Devils have come under fire for much of the season for their style of play and poor results, yet United are currently fourth in the Premier League and on course to qualify for the Champions League.
Van Gaal was also on the end of a stunning outburst from Hristo Stoichkov over the weekend in which the former Barcelona striker labelled the Dutchman “scum”.
Hasselbaink, the current manager of Burton and a Netherlands international under Van Gaal, has a very different view.
Speaking to the Daily Mail, he said: “He [Van Gaal] is mild! I’m telling you. I need to find the time to go over to Manchester and have a cup of coffee or tea with him when he is not that busy.
“He is somebody who tells you exactly what he wants, how he wants it and when he wants it. There are no prisoners. But he is a very loving man and a top coach, one of the best in the world.
“Of course he has come in for criticism because he is manager of one of the biggest clubs in the world, but let’s not forget, Manchester United is changing.
“I am 100 per cent [sure] he will succeed and they will play attractive football.”
United, who are five points ahead of fifth-placed Liverpool, resume their pursuit of a top-four finish when Aston Villa make the trip to Old Trafford on Saturday.
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