Leicester City have sacked manager Ruud van Nistelrooy with immediate effect after their relegation to the English Championship.
Van Nistelrooy took over the reins at the King Power Stadium in November 2024 with the club already facing challenges.
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On Friday morning, the Foxes announced that the former Manchester United and Real Madrid striker will no longer be in charge of the technical bench ahead of the 2025/26 campaign.
“Ruud has overseen a challenging period for the Club. From his appointment in November 2024, he approached the role with professionalism, integrity and a clear commitment to our aims, including through the integration of several promising players from the Club’s Academy into our First Team environment. Ruud moves on with the respect and thanks of everyone at the Football Club for his dedication and hard work, and with our very best wishes for the future,” the statement from the club read.
The legendary Dutch forward also took time to thank the club.
“I would like to personally thank the Leicester City players, coaches, academy and all the staff I have worked with for their professionalism and dedication during my time at the Club and to thank the fans for their support, and take this opportunity to wish the Club well for the future.”
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