Giggs more determined than ever

Ryan Giggs’ brief spell as interim Manchester United manager has made him determined to seek a long career in management.

Giggs’ four-match spell in charge of United ends tomorrow when he takes his team to Southampton, a game they need to win to have a chance of piping Tottenham for a Europa League spot.

When asked whether his short reign had given him more of an appetite for a career in management, Giggs said: “Yes.

“Sometimes you probably think I could do without it and other times it gives you so much pleasure. After the (Sunderland) game you probably think you could do without it, but you probably learn more from defeat and not doing so well just like when you are a player.”

Holland coach Louis van Gaal this week said he would “love” to become manager of Manchester United — a club he regards as “the biggest in the world”.

What role Giggs might play under the Dutchman, who could be appointed next week, remains to be seen.

Giggs could play for the former Ajax boss, he could form part of his backroom staff, or he may decide to manage elsewhere. That decision will not be made until well after tomorrow’s game.

“Obviously there is huge speculation, but nothing has been announced yet and my job is to prepare the team for Southampton,” Giggs said.

Mauricio Pochettino, Giggs’ opposite number tomorrow, also has an uncertain future. However the Argentine yesterday refused to look beyond United’s visit as speculation continues over his future and the futures of many of his leading players.

“I have the same goals, the same wishes,” Pochettino said. “Of course I want to be successful, to be ambitious and always to improve as a manager.”