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Bayern close in on van Gaal

09 May 2009 - 14:04:11

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Bayern Munich are reportedly close to confirming the appointment of Louis van Gaal as their new coach for next season.

Van Gaal, 57, has led AZ Alkmaar to the Dutch title this season and his exploits in the Eredivisie has led to the interest from the German giants.

The former Ajax, Barcelona and Netherlands coach is reported to have agreed terms at the Allianz Arena to succeed the sacked Jurgen Klinsmann in July.

However, AZ president Dirk Scheringa is adamant that van Gaal will be staying with his club.

"Louis is under contract until 2010," he said.

"I'm not worried about anything as van Gaal is a man of principle who always respects his contracts."