Rivaldo slams Barcelona boss Van Gaal

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#1 BrianCappellieri, Sep 7, 2002

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Rivaldo has slammed Barcelona trainer Louis van Gaal, suggesting the Dutchman is not interested in player opinions.

The Brazilian signed for AC Milan over the summer in an acrimonious transfer and said last night he had never had problems with his coaches - except, that is, with Van Gaal.

"He does not like to listen to the opinion of players ... the coach cannot teach you how to get the ball or how to protect it and the opinion of a player should be considered highly.

"Those coaches who has been good players know how to behave."

Rivaldo also revealed he was given three options after the World Cup: Stay with Barcelona and work with Van Gaal, sign for Lazio, or terminate his contract.

"I chose the third option," he confirmed.
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