MX23RW : Monday, December 23 19:21:45| >> :120:16926:16926:

Ruud van Nistelrooy emerges as 'leading managerial candidate for three Premier League clubs'

Leading candidate: Van Nistelrooy wanted by three Premier League clubs?
© Imago
Leicester City, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace are all reportedly exploring the possibility of hiring former Manchester United coach Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Leicester City, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace are all reportedly interested in the services of Ruud van Nistelrooy.

The 48-year-old has made headlines in the Premier League so far this term, taking interim charge of Manchester United following the sacking of Erik ten Hag in October.

United enjoyed a four-match unbeaten run across the top flight, EFL Cup and Europa League under the temporary stewardship of Van Nistelrooy.

Four points from two league contests against Chelsea and Leicester on the Dutchman's watch allowed Man United to move up to 13th place in the Premier League standings.

Van Nistelrooy has since departed from the Theatre of Dreams, with former Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim announced as the permanent successor to Ten Hag.

Manchester United interim head coach Ruud van Nistelrooy on November 10, 2024© Imago

Van Nistelrooy wanted by three Premier League clubs?

According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Man United legend Van Nistelrooy could be in line for a swift return to management in England following his exit from Old Trafford.

Firstly, the report states that newly-promoted Leicester are considering the 48-year-old as a possible replacement for Steve Cooper at the King Power Stadium.

The ex-Nottingham Forest coach has supposedly failed to convince players and supporters alike with his relaxed approach to the season so far.

As well as Leicester, it is understood that Midlands counterparts Wolves are also weighing up a swoop for the services of Van Nistelrooy.

Languishing down in 19th place in the Premier League table, Gary O'Neil's troops are battling to avoid a first Championship campaign since 2017-18.

Finally, 18th-placed Crystal Palace are said to be keen on Van Nistelrooy, with the Eagles making a surprisingly-poor start to the season under the leadership of Oliver Glasner.

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner pictured on October 30, 2024© Imago

Van Nistelrooy's permanent credentials

Van Nistelrooy has limited experience of managing in first-team football, starting his coaching career in the youth systems of PSV Eindhoven in 2018.

Following the exit of German Roger Schmidt in 2022, the Dutchman was promoted to the role of senior manager at the Eredivisie giants for the 2022-23 term.

PSV lost out on the Dutch crown to Feyenoord by seven points that campaign, although Van Nistelrooy's troops lifted the KNVB Cup.

ID:558458:1false2false3false:QQ:: from db desktop :LenBod:collect5052:
Written by
Carter White

Click here for more stories about Ruud Van Nistelrooy

Click here for more stories about Leicester City

Collect / Create New Data
Share this article now:
David Moyes applauds the fans after the match on May 11, 2024
Read Next:
Pick of the bunch: Four Premier League clubs eyeing up Moyes?
>
Sports Mole Logo
Enter your email address to subscribe to Sports Mole's free match previews newsletter! Updates are sent twice a week.
rhs 2.0
Today's games header
Tables header RHS
TeamPWDLFAGDPTS
1Liverpool16123137162139
2Chelsea17105237191835
3Arsenal1796234161833
4Nottingham ForestNott'm Forest179442319431
5Bournemouth178452721628
6Aston Villa178452626028
7Manchester CityMan City178362925427
8Newcastle UnitedNewcastle177552721626
9Fulham176742422225
10Brighton & Hove AlbionBrighton176742726125
11Tottenham HotspurSpurs1772839251423
12Brentford177283232023
13Manchester UnitedMan Utd176472122-122
14West Ham UnitedWest Ham175572230-820
15Everton163761421-716
16Crystal Palace173771826-816
17Leicester CityLeicester173592137-1614
18Wolverhampton WanderersWolves1733112740-1312
19Ipswich TownIpswich172691632-1612
20Southampton1713131136-256


Sports Mole provides in-depth previews and predictions for every match from the biggest leagues and competitions in world football.
Argentina's Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy after collecting the Golden Ball award on December 18, 2022Sign up for our FREE daily preview newsletter direct to your inbox!