Van Gaal Cancer-Free, Open to National Team Return

Louis van Gaal, former coach of Manchester United and the Netherlands, has announced he is cancer-free after a prolonged battle with aggressive prostate cancer diagnosed in 2020. Now 73, Van Gaal revealed on Dutch television that he is 'no longer bothered by cancer' following multiple surgeries and treatments and continues regular check-ups while regaining fitness. He stepped down as Netherlands coach after the 2022 World Cup to focus on his health but currently serves as a special advisor to Ajax. While he remains uninterested in returning to club management, Van Gaal has expressed openness to coaching a top-tier national team if approached. His distinguished managerial career includes tenures at Ajax, Barcelona, Bayern Munich, and Manchester United. Van Gaal's transparency about his illness and recovery has received widespread support.