Former Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal is keen on a return to the Premier League - with Crystal Palace in his sights.

Van Gaal, 65, has been out of work since being dumped by United chiefs last year.

The Mirror reports that the Dutchman wants to come back to England and is hoping to land the Southampton or Palace job.

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Saints are ready to axe manager Claude Puel after an underwhelming season, and the Eagles are looking for Sam Allardyce’s successor.

Van Gaal, who bossed the Dutch national team, led the Red Devils to FA Cup glory and a top four finish in his two seasons at Old Trafford.

Sean Dyche, Garry Monk and Roy Hodgson are on Palace’s radar, and discussions have been held about Van Gaal between chairman Steve Parish and the board.