Rudd Van Nistelrooy reflects on his time as Manchester United interim manager ahead of his first game with Leicester City
Ruud van Nistelrooy once delivered a devastating hat-trick that sank Leicester, but time has seen him switch allegiances.
Ferguson wasted no time, dispatching club representatives to PSV's next league fixture and securing Van Nistelrooy within a day. Despite his talent in front of goal, his journey wasn't without its challenges. A falling out with manager Sir Alex Ferguson led to his departure in 2006.‘Inappropriate’ - Jermaine Jenas acknowledges terrible mistake as he prepares for returnIn the lead-up to his exit, he found himself sidelined from critical matches, including the heart-wrenching 2006 League Cup final, while also facing public criticism from Ferguson regarding his attitude and commitment.
His brief, yet impactful, tenure concluded after four matches, with a final clash against Leicester resulting in a triumphant 3-0 league win.Yet the call of management, and Leicester, meant he wasn’t out of work for long.3-1, making Premier League history in the process—a fitting start for the man who had once bested them on the pitch.Yet, challenges loomed large; Leicester’s recent struggles weighed heavily, prompting concerns about his potential sacking just 56 days into his reign.
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