Meulensteen snubbed by Manchester United The former Old Trafford coach spent time managing Anzhi and Fulham last season, but has been told by Louis van Gaal that his services are not required back at the Red Devils Former Manchester United coach Rene Meulensteen will not become part of Louis van Gaals backroom staff, despite showing an interest in returning to the club. Van Gaal was appointed as successor to David Moyes last month, and will take over after leading Netherlands in their World Cup campaign in Brazil. MAN UTD LATEST 5/1 Man Utd are 5/1 with Paddy Power to win the 2014-15 Premier League title Meulensteen spent 12 years at Old Trafford in a number of capacities, including as an assistant to Alex Ferguson, before a brief stint at Russian club Anzhi and an ill-fated spell at Fulham. Having left Craven Cottage in February, Meulensteen is looking for a way back into the game, but confirmed it will not come as part of Van Gaals team at United. I would have been keen to go back, he said. I spent 12 years at what is a fantastic club and never left Man United because I fell out with anyone there. But theyve chosen to appoint Louis van Gaal and he has decided to bring in his own people so that is not an option. Have I spoken to Van Gaal? Yes, I know that is the case - it has been confirmed to me. It is disappointing, he added. When you spend 12 years at a club the size of Manchester United, working in every department - not least for five years with the first team which were the most successful in the history of the club - of course you are disappointed. There arent many coaches who have spent so much time with one club as I have. You would think it would make sense to have some continuity. But the people who have made the decision think their decision makes sense as well, so well see what the future brings. Sign up with William Hill for a free bet up to £25 Sign up with bet365 for a 100% deposit bonus up to £200 Sign up to Paddy Power for £250 in free bets #Goal
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