Former Manchester United interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has swiftly secured a new role, taking the reins at Leicester City. The appointment comes after a short period without a managerial position.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is on the verge of becoming Leicester City’s new manager, according to reports. The 48-year-old is available after leaving Manchester United earlier this month following the club’s decision to replace Erik ten Hag with Ruben Amorim.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is close to making a swift Premier League return as the manager of Leicester City. The Manchester United legend has held extensive talks with the Leicester hierarchy this week and is set to be confirmed as the replacement for Steve Cooper,