Louis van Gaal took Holland to the World Cup final in 2014AP:Associated Press
The result leaves the three-time runners-up struggling to qualify for their second major tournament in succession.
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And the ex-Manchester United manager is sensationally being lined up to steady the ship for a third time in his career.
Van Gaal impressed in his second spell, guiding a mediocre Dutch team to the semi-finals of the 2014 World Cup in Brazil before joining the Red Devils.
It will be his third time managing Holland if is he appointed manager
But he has been without a club since he was sacked in May last year and initially stated his intention to retire unless he was offered an attractive proposal.
If Van Gaal is offered the job, he has work ahead with Holland fourth place in their qualifying table, some six points behind leaders France and three behind second-placed Sweden.
Time has been called on Danny Blind’s time in charge of HollandAP:Associated Press
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However football director Jean Paul Decossaux admits other names are being considered including Ronald Koeman.
He told De Telegraaf: “For the profile we’re looking for we have a technical director, but we will also look for many other experts.
“We hope to come to an agreement with a new coach, but it will not be done in a week. Ahead of the games in June seems to be reasonable.
“That list should include all kinds of names – a foreign coach is an option.
“Ronald Koeman is undoubtedly capable, but I know he is under contract with a club.
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