Bayern Munich star Arjen Robben has paid tribute to Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal.

Van Gaal is under pressure at United after last night's FA Cup defeat to Arsenal.

But Robben, who was signed by LVG for Bayern, insists: "He made me feel important from day one. He gave me a key role in the team.

"I am very grateful, he is the kind of coach who can improve a player. Very hard to find."

On Chelsea boss Jose Mourinho, Robben adds: "We had a good relationship, but injuries have affected the whole thing.

"He could not count on me and it was frustrating. He has still helped psychologically."