Van Gaal: ‘We paid too much for Martial’ – Aftonbladet

Anthony Martial bought Manchester United for 470 million crowns.

Now, admits Louis van Gaal that it was too large a sum for a 19 year old.

– But it’s a crazy world we live in, he said.

The most expensive teenagers – so went there late

When Antonhy Martial, 19, was presented as a new striker at Manchester United there were many who complained about the huge transfer fee, SEK 470 million, which can rise up to 750 million if certain bonuses fall in and Martial will be the world’s most expensive teenager.

– Monaco Martial sold to Manchester United for 80 million euros. Martial made eleven goals in the French league, it summarizes well the whole good. It’s not about the money missing, or that there is a willingness to want to reinforce, rather it is that there are players available to strengthen large clubs, said among other things, Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger.

“Ridiculous large amount of money “

Now also admits Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal that it was too large a sum for a 19 year old.

– There is a ridiculous amount of money, but it’s a crazy world we live in, says van Gaal according to Sky Sports.

Van Gaal held an exclusive meeting with season ticket holders and then told about the Martial situation.

– United gets almost always pay 150 million more for the players, but I have not bought Martial myself. I have bought him into the next manager of Manchester United, said van Gaal.

Giggs takes over in 2017

Van Gaal had previously announced his retirement when the contract expires in the summer of 2017.

And who the replacement will be? Assistant Ryan Giggs, on van Gaal may determine.

– I feel I am learning up the new manager, says the Dutchman.

most expensive teenagers – so went there late