VIDEO: Louis van Gaal happy with Wayne Rooney in training, shows appreciation by giving him a hug

New Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has a reputation for being a firm believer in tough love when dealing with his players.

Has the Dutchman softened since his move to the English giants? His reaction to this Wayne Rooney corner kick in training may suggest as much.

Of course, there's also the more likely explanation that Van Gaal was so surprised with Rooney's ability to meet his demands, that the hug was more an act of relief than anything else.

After all, this is the same Wayne Rooney that was responsible for this abomination of a corner kick during England's World Cup campaign in Brazil: