The former forward won back-to-back Liga titles and the Copa del Rey under the current Manchester United boss at Camp Nou
The former Spain international won back-to-back Liga titles and the Copa del Rey between 1997 and 1999 under the guidance of the Dutch coach at Camp Nou.
Van Gaal is now preparing his United side to face Luis Enrique's treble-winning Barcelona in Saturday's International Champions Cup clash in California and,
"He was a perfect player, fantastic for me. An example during training. Always at 100 per cent," he told reporters.
"I gave him a very important responsibility, playing as a No.10. You have to score goals, and he did it. He was like Rooney."
Van Gaal left his post at Barcelona in 2000 after claiming four trophies in his three-year spell.
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