Hristo Stoichkov tells Pedro to spurn Van Gaal

Hristo Stoichkov has warned Pedro he must not join Manchester United because Louis van Gaal is a “mediocre” manager who will “destroy” him.

Hristo Stoichkov tells Pedro to spurn Van Gaal
Wed, 12 Aug, 2015 - 01:00
Paul Hirst

The news came as last night Pedro told Barcelona he wants to leave the European champions.

United want to sign Barcelona forward Pedro as a replacement for Angel di Maria, who joined Paris St Germain last week.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €130 €65

Best value

Monthly €12€6 / month

Benefit image

Introductory offer. Annual billed once for first year. Monthly (discount first 3 months) billed monthly, then €12/month. Ts&Cs apply.

CONNECT WITH US TODAY

Whatsapp logo

WHATSAPP

Newsletter logo

NEWSLETTERS

Notification logo

NOTIFICATIONS

Be the first to know the latest news and updates

More in this section

Bangor Celtic v Cobh Ramblers - Sports Direct Men’s FAI Cup Second Round Cobh Ramblers confirm abrupt departure of manager at crucial point of the season
Carla Ward 20/10/2025 Carla Ward: Equal pay for Ireland women’s manager should be considered
Danny Rohl named Rangers head coach on two-and-a-half-year deal Danny Rohl named Rangers head coach on two-and-a-half-year deal
CourtsSoccerPlace: SpainPlace: Camp NouPlace: Old TraffordPlace: SpanishPerson: Hristo StoichkovPerson: PedroPerson: Van GaalPerson: Louis van GaalPerson: Angel Di MariaPerson: Luis SuarezPerson: NeymarPerson: Lionel MessiPerson: StoichkovPerson: Peter SchmeichelPerson: David De GeaPerson: Sergio RomeroPerson: De GeaPerson: SchmeichelPerson: Hugo LlorisPerson: LlorisPerson: Michael CarrickPerson: CarrickPerson: Bastian SchweinsteigerPerson: Morgan SchneiderlinEvent: European ChampionsEvent: Premier LeagueOrganisation: Manchester UnitedOrganisation: BarcelonaOrganisation: UnitedOrganisation: Paris St GermainOrganisation: CSKA SofiaOrganisation: Real MadridOrganisation: TottenhamOrganisation: Club BruggeOrganisation: UEFAOrganisation: NewcastleOrganisation: Inter Milan
<p>Igor Thiago, right, celebrates Brentford's opening goal with manager Keith Andrews. Pic: Adam Davy/PA</p>

West Ham slump to defeat at home to Brentford as fans stage boycott

READ NOW

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Latest

Sport

Push Notifications

By clicking on 'Sign Up' you will be the first to know about our latest and best sporting content on this browser. Please note if you are unable to sign up via your mobile web browser, please download and sign up for mobile push notifications via our FREE mobile news app.

Sign Up

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Most Read

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited