Premier League side Leicester City have confirmed Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager following the decision to sack Steve Cooper.
It is the Dutchman’s first managerial job in England having gained one-year experience with PSV Eindhoven in 2023/23.
‘The 48-year-old Dutchman joins us with a wealth of experience at the highest level of the game, both as a player and a coach, and has agreed terms on a contract to June 2027.‘Ruud will arrive in the UK in time to be in attendance for our Premier League trip to Brentford on Saturday, before assuming full First Team responsibilities from Sunday.
Van Nistelrooy said: “I’m proud, I’m excited. Everybody that I speak to about Leicester City Football Club is enthusiastic. “He joins a club with a rich history, passionate supporters, and a talented squad, and we are all excited to see the impact he can have as we embark on this new chapter together.
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