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'We didn't have the confidence to play very good football and we didn't': Louis van Gaal's 'strict' playing style savaged by Morgan Schneiderlin... as former Manchester United midfielder reveals he 'started to complain' to his wife over Dutchman's tactics

Former Manchester United midfielder Morgan Schneiderlin has hit out against his old manager Louis Van Gaal, claiming the Dutchman restricted his creativity on the pitch.

Van Gaal signed Schneiderlin in 2015 for £20million but says he moved to Old Trafford for the prestige of the club, not the manager.

Schneiderlin said Van Gaal's 'strict' coaching style prevented him from playing with his 'gut' and in turn damaged his confidence. Subsequently, the midfielder left United just 18 months after signing, having only made 32 league appearances and provided one goal.

Morgan Schneiderlin has hit out against his former Manchester United boss Louis Van Gaal

Morgan Schneiderlin has hit out against his former Manchester United boss Louis Van Gaal

Schneiderlin claims Van Gaal's coaching style was too 'strict' and restricted their freedom

Speaking of his decision to join Manchester United, Schneiderlin explained how he spoke with Van Gaal but it was in fact the appeal of the club that made him put pen to paper.