Leicester City is set to appoint Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager after a successful spell as interim manager at Manchester United. The Dutchman, with Premier League experience, will bring stability to the struggling Foxes, currently ranked 16th, as they seek to improve their season's performance.
Leicester City is set to announce Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager, according to sources in Holland. The former Dutch striker, who recently left Manchester United's coaching staff, is expected to bring stability to the struggling Premier League side. Leicester's owners decided to part ways with previous manager Steve Cooper after a string of poor performances, including a 2-1 defeat at home to Chelsea.
Van Nistelrooy, who had an impressive spell as interim manager at Manchester United, leading the team to an unbeaten record in four games, was highly regarded for his leadership qualities. His failure to secure a permanent position at United under new manager Ruben Amorim opened the door for Leicester City, who quickly identified him as the right candidate to unite the squad.
Having managed PSV Eindhoven successfully, Van Nistelrooy had been preparing for a return to England and turned down an offer to manage Burnley earlier this year. He is set to be offered a two-and-a-half-year contract by Leicester, signaling his desire for job security.
Leicester, currently 16th in the Premier League, has had a difficult start to the season and will hope Van Nistelrooy’s leadership can turn their fortunes around, helping them move up the table after a disappointing beginning under Cooper’s guidance.
