"?Louis van Gaal has expressed his pride at being the given the chance to have managed a "magnificent" club like Manchester United following his departure from Old Trafford, while offering his sincere gratitude for the opportunity and thanking everyone he's worked with over the last two years.
Describing his United tenure as fulfilling a "long-held ambition", the Dutchman issued a heartfelt statement to bid farewell to the club and wish the players the best of luck for next season.
"I am immensely proud to have helped United win the FA Cup for the 12th time in the club's history. I have been privileged during my management career to have won 20 trophies but winning the FA Cup, which is steeped in so much history, will always be one of the most special achievements of my career," he said.
Expressing his disappointment at being unable to complete his three-year contract, van Gaal added, "I believe that the foundations are firmly in place to enable the club to move forward and achieve even greater success.
"I hope that winning the FA Cup will give the club a platform to build upon next season to restore the success that this passionate set of fans desire," he continued.
"Having managed in Holland, Spain and Germany, I had always hoped for the opportunity to manage in English football and be part of English culture. Both of these experiences have lived up to expectations and been fantastic.
"I thank my players and wish them well for next season. It has been a pleasure to work with them and it has been particularly rewarding to see so many young players take their chance to break into the first team and excel. I look forward to watching the continued development of these young players next season.
"Thank you to the owners and board of Manchester United for giving me the opportunity to manage this great club."
Turning to the club's supporters, the former Ajax, Barcelona and Bayern Munich boss commented, "I would also like to express my gratitude to the amazing United supporters. They are truly the best fans in the world."
Furthermore, he thanked his coaching staff to whom he feels "indebted" to.
"I am deeply grateful to each and every member of the club's staff - the sports science team, the medical team, the kit and laundry department, club administration, the press office, the manager's team, the Academy team, ground staff and the catering team, both at Old Trafford stadium and Carrington training ground, all of whom have given me their unwavering support in my time at United. Never in my 25 years as a manager have I been so well supported in my role.
"Finally, my special thanks go to Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Bobby Charlton for always making me and my family feel so welcome throughout my time as Manchester United manager."
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