Louis van Gaal sacked as MU manager, Mourinho set to be named as his replacement

Louis van Gaal has been sacked as manager of Manchester United, with former Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho set to be named as his replacement, the BBC reports.

The Dutchman leaves after two years of a three-year contract and is currently discussing severance terms.

BBC Sport reported on Saturday that United’s FA Cup win over Crystal Palace would be his last game in charge.

Mourinho’s appointment is expected to be confirmed he meets with senior United officials on Tuesday.