Exclusive: Dutchman in line to replace Steve Cooper and is crucially available with no compensation after recently leaving Manchester United

RUUD VAN NISTELROOY is close to making a swift Premier League return as the manager of Leicester City. The Manchester United legend has been in talks with the Foxes since they sacked Steve Cooper

Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to be appointed as the new manager of Leicester just weeks after leaving Manchester United. The Red Devils icon is set for a quick return to the Premier League after impressing in caretaker charge ahead of Ruben Amorim 's arrival at Old Trafford.

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Ruud van Nistelrooy has emerged as the favourite to be Leicester City's next manager and take on the challenge of keeping the club in the Premier League. It would be a brave move on City's part, with the former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker's experience as a senior manager limited to one season in charge at PSV and four games in interim charge at Old Trafford.

Ruud van Nistelrooy could be lining himself up for an immediate return to the Premier League. Every manager wants to work in the world’s biggest league.

Leicester City made the decision to ruthlessly part ways with manager Steve Cooper, who only arrived to replace Enzo Maresca in the summer, on Sunday. It may seem like an odd decision from the outside looking in,

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