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Leicester City is reportedly on the verge of appointing former Manchester United interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new head coach, according to multiple British media outlets.
The 48-year-old Dutchman is expected to replace Steve Cooper, who was sacked on Sunday after managing just 12 Premier League games. Leicester currently sit 16th in the table, only one point clear of the relegation zone.
Van Nistelrooy recently served as caretaker manager at Manchester United, overseeing four matches, two of which were victories against Leicester in the Premier League and League Cup. His brief tenure at United followed his role as assistant to Erik ten Hag.
Before his stint at United, Van Nistelrooy spent the 2022/23 season managing PSV Eindhoven in his native Netherlands.
Reports suggest that the prolific ex-striker could be in charge for Leicester’s upcoming game against Brentford on Saturday. Sky Sports has hinted at an imminent announcement.
Van Nistelrooy’s playing career was marked by success at clubs including PSV Eindhoven, Manchester United, and Real Madrid, where he was renowned as a clinical goal scorer.
Leicester’s dismal start to the season under Cooper has left the club in turmoil. Fans and players will hope that Van Nistelrooy’s appointment can galvanise the team and steer them away from the relegation zone.
