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Lip reader reveals what Sir Alex really said about Van Gaal after another Man United loss
A TOP lip reader has revealed what Manchester United legend Sir Alex Ferguson really said about Louis van Gaal following a sixth Premier League loss.
Fergie was seen making remarks allegedly about the game
Footage from TV cameras at the team's 1-0 loss to Southampton caught the former manager looking furious as the Red Devils put on another limp display.
Sir Alex was seen leaning to a friend sat next to him and saying something.
Rumours started to fly that the former boss said “he’s gone” – allegedly referring to the future of the Dutch boss following a string of weak performances.
Louis Van Gaal came under heavy criticism from the Manchester United faithful
Others have argued he said: “I don’t know”.
But Jessica Rees, a lip reader for 42 years, has revealed the United legend responded to a question from his friend in ‘curt’ terms.
Mrs Rees said he leaned in with his hand covering his mouth and said: "Do you think...".
Van Gaal is under pressure after a sixth league defeat
She added: "He is mumbling and it is not very clear from here but Sir Alex Ferguson replies "Let's hope so!"
"His tone is curt and dismissive - very much so."
However, the question he was reportedly answering will remain a mystery.
The discontent by Sir Alex comes following a bullet header from Southampton debutant Charlie Austin with just three minutes remaining.
Boos wrung out around Old Trafford at the full-time whistle as Van Gaal’s side continue to disappoint in front of their home support.
He is the bookmakers’ favourite to be the next Premier League boss sent packing.
United are now ten points from surprise leaders Leicester City.
Van Gaal refused to answer questions over whether he would leave United in the summer on Friday.
He said: “I don't think that the press have to help me with my decisions.
"First they have sacked me and now they are interfering in my future. I don't think I have to answer that question.”
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