Leicester City’s statement read as follows,
“We are delighted to confirm the appointment of Ruud van Nistelrooy as Leicester City’s new First Team Manager. 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. City will be led at the Gtech Community Stadium by First Team Coach Ben Dawson, supported by coaches Danny Alcock and Andy Hughes.”
What did Ruud van Nistelrooy say about his appointment at Leicester?
I’m proud, I’m excited. Everybody that I speak to about Leicester City Football Club is enthusiastic. They have great stories about the quality of the people working at the club, the supporters and, of course, the recent history of the club is impressive. I am excited to start and to get to know everyone and give everything I can for the football club.”
This is the Dutchman’s first managerial job in England having gained one-year experience with PSV Eindhoven in 2023/23.
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