Ruud van Nistelrooy has left Leicester City by mutual agreement following a hectic tenure that resulted in Premier League relegation.
Last November, the ex- Manchester United striker filled in for Steve Cooper but only achieved five victories in 27 league matches.
Leicester battled all through the season and created an undesirable mark by playing nine straight home games without a goal. With five games to spare, their relegation was confirmed ten points below the survival line.
Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR), which would have influenced the club’s financial records, made the club postpone separating with Van Nistelrooy till July 1.
The Foxes is actively looking for replacements right now getting ready for life in the Championship. Among the names under consideration are Sean Dyche and Danny Rohl, but no shortlist has been verified.
In a statement for Leicester, the club commended the Dutchman’s attitude: “Ruud has overseen a challenging period for the club. From his appointment in November 2024, he approached the role with professionalism, integrity and a clear commitment to our aims, including through the integration of several promising players from the club’s academy into our first-team environment.
“Ruud moves on with the respect and thanks of everyone at the football club for his dedication and hard work, and with our very best wishes for the future,” they added.
The 48-year-old gaffer also issued a goodbye, advocating for negotiations after relegation but then endured weeks of doubt.
“I would like to personally thank the Leicester City players, coaches, academy and all the staff I have worked with for their professionalism and dedication during my time at the club and to thank the fans for their support, and take this opportunity to wish the club well for the future.”
Monday marks the start of preseason, and the present first-team coaching staff will run training until a new manager is hired.
King Power Stadium heavyweights’ off-pitch problems persist; a Premier League charge hangs over purported financial violations from their season in the Championship last year. Should they be found guilty, they could suffer a points deduction.
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