Van Nistelrooy set to leave Leicester: Onuachu and Aribo’s ex-boss to coach Ndidi

Former Manchester United striker, Ruud van Nistelrooy, is expected to part ways with Leicester City after the club’s final game of the season, Soccernet.ng reports.

The subpar performance of the East Midlands side—securing just 25 points in 37 matches—has seen them relegated to the second division.

Many reports have revealed that the Leicester board is looking to appoint a manager with experience in the EFL Championship. This has cast uncertainty over Van Nistelrooy’s position at the club.

According to Sky Sports’ Rob Dorsett, Leicester have not yet settled on Van Nistelrooy’s successor, although Russell Martin is reportedly the leading candidate.

Further reports suggest that talks with Martin and fellow contender Danny Röhl have not advanced, with the club keen to finalise Van Nistelrooy’s exit agreement before pushing ahead with any appointment.

The Dutchman took over at Leicester following the dismal performance of the club under the guidance of Steve Cooper and has guided the team through a challenging campaign.

Should the club bring in either Martin or Röhl, they would become the new manager of Wilfred Ndidi, who is yet to resolve his future at the King Power Stadium.

The Super Eagles midfielder recently signed a new contract, but following Leicester City’s relegation, there has been no clarity over his future at the club. Regardless, the managerial appointment could influence the next steps in his career.

There has been no official confirmation about Martin taking over, but the decision over who replaces Van Nistelrooy will be crucial as the Foxes prepare for life in the second tier.