Van Gaal casts doubt on exit date

Louis van Gaal has cast doubt on the idea that he will walk away from Manchester United in 2017, but admits delaying his retirement would be hard on his wife.

Van Gaal insisted on United’s pre-season tour that he would leave Old Trafford when his contract expires in 18 months’ time.

Alex Ferguson claimed last week that the Dutchman would find it hard to depart, however.