Ruud van Nistelrooy is expected to accept an offer from Leicester City to become their new manager following the sacking of Steve Cooper.It is thought Van Nistelrooy is currently in the Netherlands,

In a shock turn of events, Manchester United's recently discarded interim boss Ruud van Nistelrooy has emerged as the leading contender to take over manager-less Leicester City, according to multiple reports.

Manchester United legend, Ruud van Nistelrooy, has emerged as the leading candidate for the vacant managerial position at Leicester City following the dismissal of Steve Cooper. The development comes just weeks after Van Nistelrooy’s brief stint as United’s interim boss ended.