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Manchester United will delay naming Louis van Gaal as their new manager until after the weekend to respect Holland's preparations for their friendly against Ecuador on Saturday.Manchester United will delay naming Louis van Gaal as their new manager until after the weekend to respect Holland's preparations for their friendly against Ecuador on Saturday.
The Dutch coach had been expected to be confirmed as David Moyes' successor by Thursday, with Ryan Giggs set to become his No2.The Dutch coach had been expected to be confirmed as David Moyes' successor by Thursday, with Ryan Giggs set to become his No2.
However, it is understood both the club and the Holland FA have agreed that no announcement will be made before the game in Amsterdam in order to prevent any distractions to the team.However, it is understood both the club and the Holland FA have agreed that no announcement will be made before the game in Amsterdam in order to prevent any distractions to the team.
There are also some minor contract details to be resolved. These are thought to involve the futures of some of the current Old Trafford backroom staff including assistant coach Phil Neville and goalkeeping coach Chris Woods. There are also some minor contract details to be resolved. These are thought to involve the futures of some of the current Old Trafford backroom staff including assistant coach Phil Neville and goalkeeping coach Chris Woods, who are both expected to depart.