Louis van Gaal refusing to give up on £24m January move for Arjen Robben

11 December 2014 - 12:40 By Times LIVE
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Netherlands' forward Arjen Robben (R) walks next to Netherlands' coach Louis van Gaal before the semi-final football match between Netherlands and Argentina of the FIFA World Cup at The Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo on July 9, 2014. Reports suggest that Manchester United manager van Gaal has asked United to do everything they can to bring Robben back to the Premier League, where he previously had a spell at Chelsea. GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP
Netherlands' forward Arjen Robben (R) walks next to Netherlands' coach Louis van Gaal before the semi-final football match between Netherlands and Argentina of the FIFA World Cup at The Corinthians Arena in Sao Paulo on July 9, 2014. Reports suggest that Manchester United manager van Gaal has asked United to do everything they can to bring Robben back to the Premier League, where he previously had a spell at Chelsea. GABRIEL BOUYS / AFP

Louis van Gaal has reportedly told Manchester United to do "everything they can" to sign Arjen Robben from Bayern Munich.

The Red Devils boss is allegedly preparing a bid in the region of £24 million for the match-winning Dutchman, who worked with Robben in Bavaria and during his stint as Netherlands boss, helping Robben to post some memorable performances at the 2014 World Cup, according to Express.

The article indicates Bayern have "no intention" of cashing in on the 30-year-old, although they "could change their stance if Robben publicly states his desire to move on."

According to the article: “It is suggested that United would be willing to offer up to £24m to secure Robben's signature in January.

“But it now remains to be seen whether either Robben or Bayern Munich would even be tempted by such an offer.”

The skilful winger has netted eight goals and four assists in 14 appearances this season and would provide United with a world-class alternative to Angel Di Maria on the wing.

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