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Van Gaal 4-9 for
first-season blank

LOUIS VAN GAAL has begun his reign as Manchester United manager after impressively guiding Holland to third place in Brazil, but bookmakers aren't expecting the Dutchman to make an instant impact at Old Trafford.

Bet365 have gone 4-9 on the Red Devils not winning a major trophy in 2014-15, offering an appealing 13-8 for the charismatic boss to deliver silverware at the first attempt.

The firm predict a tough Premier League campaign for Van Gaal, with a fifth-place finish deemed most likely at 4-1. The 20-time champions are a general 11-2 to add to their tally, while a second consecutive season outside the top six is 9-1.

The 62-year-old is expected to steady the ship after David Moyes's turbulent time in charge, and is as big as 6-1 with bet365 to not see out a full season. Paddy Power go 9-2 for him to win the LMA Manager of the Year award.

Cup competitions may provide a more realistic chance of success, with League Cup or FA Cup glory available at 7-1 with Coral. Van Gaal describes himself as a "winner" and a clean sweep domestic treble may catch the eyes of some punters at a whopping 250-1.

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