Overview
- Multiple Dutch outlets on Monday reported that Louis van Gaal, 74, would be open to a fourth spell as Oranje coach if the KNVB formally approaches him, citing unnamed people close to the coach.
- The story is driven by a De Telegraaf report and has not been confirmed by the Royal Dutch Football Association, which has not announced any contact or appointment.
- The KNVB’s vacancy followed Ronald Koeman’s post‑World Cup resignation and several top choices, notably Arne Slot, have declined, leaving the association short of preferred candidates.
- Reports say van Gaal has stepped back from an Ajax advisory role and that his past prostate cancer diagnosis is said to be resolved, with sources describing him as feeling fit enough to consider the job.
- If the KNVB does open talks, van Gaal would bring immediate familiarity with many players and a low‑intensity national‑team schedule, but any return would be subject to formal discussions and a KNVB decision to contact him.