The timing is pretty cruel. Rumours suggest LVG was told midweek, and the club were keen to bring in Jose asap to have a full summer to plan how he’ll spaff £££ and marginalise the younger players.
I agree with the above that the club probably had to make a statement; the standard of play this season has been atrocious, undoubtedly the worst I’ve seen in the 25 years I’ve been following the club. My Dad also commented he’s seen the worst performance (can’t remember which – much competition!) ever in the 60 years he’s been watching them.
I was hopeful the rumours last week were true; that LVG was going to become Director of Football, and Giggs would become coach. Alas not.
Also heard a few potential signings would/had refused to come to Man U because of LVG, and some existing players, notably De Gea were saying if LVG stayed they were off.