Man United boss Louis van Gaal reveals his thoughts on Chelsea sacking Jose Mourinho

Louis van Gaal was surprised at Jose Mourinho's departure

 

LOUIS VAN GAAL admits he was surprised to see Jose Mourinho dismissed by Chelsea yesterday.

 

The Portuguese was sacked after losing nine of Chelsea's opening 16 games this season despite leading to the title last term.

Guud Hiddink is now in London for talks over taking charge until the end of the season.

And the United boss admits he didn't see it coming despite the slump.

 

“What can I say? It was a big surprise for me, I didn’t expect it," Van Gaal said.

“He’s a fantastic manager with a record that nobody has in this football world, but it is still possible [to be sacked].

“I have said this, last week or the week before, the main thing is always first, the results, and second, the chemistry between players, manager and his staff.

“I cannot judge what was happening in Chelsea, but I was very surprised [to see Mourinho sacked].”