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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
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John Brewin

Louis van Gaal reveals he has been receiving prostate cancer treatment

Louis van Gaal has led the Dutch national team to the Qatar 2022 finals in his third spell in charge.
Louis van Gaal has led the Dutch national team to the Qatar 2022 finals in his third spell in charge. Photograph: Maurice van Steen/ANP/AFP/Getty Images

Louis van Gaal, the Netherlands coach and former Manchester United, Bayern Munich and Ajax manager, has revealed he has been receiving treatment for an “aggressive” form of prostate cancer.

Van Gaal, 70, speaking to the RTL TV show Humberto on Sunday, revealed he has been receiving treatment while continuing to train the Dutch team but had not informed his players of his condition. He said he plans to carry on in his role in leading the Dutch team in the World Cup this year.

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