Report: Ruud van Nistelrooy to manage Super Eagles star after Manchester United exit

Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly being lined up by Leicester City to replace underperforming boss Steve Cooper.

The Leicester City boss has struggled to get the fans on board since arriving in the summer, and the Foxes are just three points off the drop zone with one win in their last 5 games.

Van Nistelrooy recently left his role at Manchester United following Ruben Amorim’s appointment.

He led the Red Devils to 3 wins out of his 4 games in charge, boosting his managerial profile in the process.

According to the Sun, Leicester owners have identified the Dutchman as the perfect replacement for Cooper and could make a decision as early as next week, depending on how results go.

Leicester, home to Super Eagles star Wilfred Ndidi, welcome Chelsea to the King Power this weekend, looking to stem the tide of recent poor results.

Another defeat could see them slide into the relegation zone.