Louis' Little 'Uns: Van Gaal's Manchester United youngsters

Sport360 staff 10:19 29/02/2016
These young players may well have saved Van Gaal his job.

While Van Gaal’s tenure has been largely derided, he has seen an upturn in both fortune and support since giving United’s young players a chance in the first team.

Injuries have forced his hand but thanks to the likes of Marcus Rashford, it seems the Dutchman has bough himself a little more time at Old Trafford.

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Marcus Rashford

Two games and four goals for the 18-year-old who is doing a good job ensuring Rooney is not missed.

Regan Poole

Promising Welsh defender, 17, has featured in the Europa League and the FA Cup.

Joe Riley

The 19-year-old left back started the 5-1 win over FC Midtjylland and made the bench against Arsenal on Sunday.

Donald Love

Scottish right-back Love, 21, came on at Sunderland and started the win over FC Midtjylland.

James Weir

Midfielder, 20, made his EPL debut as a sub in the 3-2 win over Arsenal having also featured in the Europa League.

Cameron Borthwick-Jackson

Impressive left-back, 19, has made eight EPL appearances and even made a Champions League debut against Wolfsburg.

Timothy Fosu-Mensah

The ex-Dutch U17 captain, now 18, is a top prospect. Versatile defender also came on to face Arsenal.

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