Man Utd News: Jose Mourinho embraces Louis van Gaal before Liverpool clash

Manchester United go up against Liverpool aiming to record a first win over the Reds during Jose Mourinho's time in charge. 

And it seems Mourinho is enlisting the help of his predecessor, Louis van Gaal, to ensure his side pick up all three points.

The Dutchman enjoyed a terrific record against Liverpool, winning three games against the Reds during his two-year reign.

And he has now made a surprising appearance at Anfield today.

The two enjoyed a close relationship during their younger years.

Mourinho and Van Gaal worked together at Barcelona, with both since going on to establish themselves as two of the best managers in world football. 

But will the Dutchman's words earlier this month be discussed after the game?

Van Gaal appeared to claim that money was the reason why he had been replaced by Mourinho in May last year.

“Manchester United had record (financial) figures in the two years that I was there," he said. 

“And don't underestimate what that means for United. Nothing as important as the figures for United.

“Look, every big club needs a good organization. The people in charge can run the club in football way or in a commercial way.

“At Manchester United the balance has tipped well over to the commercial side.

“Were they unhappy about the results or the performances of the team under my management?

“No. But all of a sudden they could get Mourinho for the long term, a manager with a massive commercial value in the world.

“Woodward finally said this exactly so to me the day after the FA Cup Final.”