According the Telegraph, Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to succeed Steve Cooper as manager of Leicester City. Cooper was dismissed from his role last Sunday, with the Foxes 16th in the Premier League table. They’ve moved swiftly to appoint a new head coach, and Van Nistelrooy could be announced this week.
Extensive talks have reportedly been held this week with Van Nistelrooy, with the Dutchman available after leaving his assistant role at Manchester United. The former PSV Eindhoven head coach oversaw four matches as interim manager of Manchester United, winning three and drawing one of those games after Erik ten Hag’s sacking.
At PSV, the former Red Devils striker guided the club to KNVB Cup glory in 2022/23. Leicester City face Brentford, West Ham and Brighton in their next three Premier League games. They’re currently on a run of five games without a win in all competitions and are on a mission to avoid relegation this season.
GBeNeFN | Jonas Fielding