Monday, 28th July, 2014
Manchester United youngster Will Keane has praised manager Louis van Gaal's practice of judging a player by his ability to take responsibility rather than by his age.
The striker came on as a substitute in the second half as his team beat Italian outfit AS Roma 3-2 in a pre-season friendly at the weekend.
And having had the chance to play for the first team alongside striker Javier Hernandez, the 21-year-old is now looking to build on the performance in order to make an impression on the new manager.
"Once a new manager comes in, it’s a fresh start for everyone", Keane told his club's official site.
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Drawing reference from the 62-year-old's managerial record, the youngster added that Van Gaal is among those who judge a player by his ability and not by his age. And that is why Keane believes that if a player keeps on doing his job well he may be guaranteed a place in the first team at Old Trafford.
"The manager has a great track record and has said players’ experience is not just based on age.
"It’s about taking responsibility whether you’re young or old.
"And if you’re doing the job he wants you to do, he gives you the confidence that you’ll get an opportunity."
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