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Louis van Gaal: 'Finishing in top three is logical'

Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal believes that his side are capable of earning a top-three finish at the end of the season.

Manchester United manager Louis Van Gaal believes that Ed Woodward's target of a top-three finish in the Premier League table is "logical".

The executive vice chairman is keen to see United improve on last season's seventh place, and Van Gaal, who has overseen a disappointing start to the campaign, believes that securing a Champions League place is a realistic aim.

The Dutchman told reporters: "I think it is logical perhaps because Manchester United want to be in the Champions League.

"We've spoken, about targets, a club like Manchester United has to set targets and I think within the top three is logical."

United will aim to record their first win of the season on Sunday afternoon when they host Queens Park Rangers.

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 Manager Louis van Gaal of Manchester United walks to his seat prior to the Barclays Premier League match between Sunderland and Manchester United at Stadium of Light on August 24, 2014
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