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Louis van Gaal insists treatment for aggressive prostate cancer has been successful, as the Holland boss reveals he's 'been through everything' and had 25 radiation treatments as he speaks at premiere of his documentary

Holland coach Louis van Gaal said the treatment he had undergone for an aggressive form of prostate cancer had been successful.

The 70-year-old former Manchester United and Barcelona manager revealed his diagnosis on a Dutch television show earlier this month.

Van Gaal, in his third spell as Holland coach, is set to lead the side at the World Cup in Qatar later this year before being replaced by Ronald Koeman.

Theu00a0former Man United and Barcelona boss will still lead Holland in the 2022 Qatar World Cup

The former Man United and Barcelona boss will still lead Holland in the 2022 Qatar World Cup

'I've been through everything,' Van Gaal told Dutch news agency ANP.