Manchester United Revolt: Louis van Gaal faces exit as senior players speak out

MANCHESTER UNITED'S senior players are reportedly at the forefront of Louis van Gaal's potential exit from the club.

 

Louis van Gaal's job is under increasing threat

 

The Dutchman has come under renewed pressure after his side's dismal performance in a 1-0 defeat to Southampton on Saturday.

The result leaves them five points off a Champions League place and ten away from Premier League leaders Leicester City.

 

According to the Daily Mail, chief executive Ed Woodward held talks with senior players at Old Trafford about Van Gaal's methods.

Woodward is said to be aware that the players have stopped playing for the manager and is considering putting assistant manager Ryan Giggs in charge until the end of the season.

 

Jose Mourinho is also a potential option to take over due to a long held desire to manage United.

The report adds that Van Gaal has lost the support of the majority in  the United dressing room.

Van Gaal has won just 31 of his 78 matches in charge and their current total of 37 points is the worst they have achieved at this stage in Premier League history.