Everton vs. Manchester United: Key Louis van Gaal Press Conference Comments

Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal told reporters Friday he'll be satisfied with the outcome of the season if the club qualifies for next year's Champions League, speaking ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash with Everton. As shared by the club's official Twitter account, he said:  

Last week's 1-0 loss against league-leaders Chelsea brought an end to the club's win streak, and with rivals Manchester City just one point back in the standings, the trip to Goodison Park will be a vital match for the Red Devils.

Qualification for the Champions League looks likely, particularly with the way the team has performed in recent weeks. According to Van Gaal, the players are fully behind his philosophy:

In-form midfielder Marouane Fellaini will face his former team-mates on Sunday and make his return to Goodison Park, and the manager hopes the fans will receive him well:

Defender Jonny Evans returns from suspension and will likely go straight into the starting XI, after Van Gaal confirmed he was left frustrated by his absence:

One player who won't make an immediate return to the squad is striker Robin van Persie, who had a solid, if unspectacular outing with the reserve team against Leicester City.

The Dutch international will have to prove his form and fitness in the coming weeks before he gets another chance, per Metro Sport's Chris Winterburn:

The conversation then turned to the upcoming summer transfer window, as reporters were eager to hear from the manager regarding recent rumours linking star Dutch winger Memphis Depay with a move to Old Trafford, per the Mail Online's Mike Keegan.

But as shared by the Manchester Evening News, Van Gaal refused to answer any questions on the subject, and his silence will likely push the rumour mill into overdrive:

There was also time for a laugh or two, after winger Ashley Young revealed earlier on Friday that the manager has a strict policy as far as the dressing-room music goes, per JOE.ie. The type of music may surprise you:

On the upcoming match against Everton, Van Gaal confirmed that midfielder Michael Carrick and defenders Marcos Rojo and Phil Jones definitely won't be available for selection, and Daley Blind remains a doubt:

Liverpool remain the biggest threat to United's bid to qualify for next year's Champions League, with the gap between the two currently at eight points. The Reds still hold a match in hand, so a poor result against the Toffees on Sunday could turn the situation in Liverpool's favour in a hurry.

Everton have endured a nightmare season, however, and if United play up to their potential, they shouldn't have any problems bagging the three points at Goodison Park.

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