NafisaLeicester City’s manager, Ruud van Nistelrooy, has faced a challenging spell at King Power Stadium, yet he’s shown no hesitation in asserting his authority.
Initially, high-profile midfielder Harry Winks was sidelined from the squad after a disputed fallout, with some reports suggesting the former Tottenham player had valid reasons for his actions.
Now, according to The Telegraph’s trusted journalist John Percy, another prominent international in Leicester’s ranks has also been excluded from first-team activities.
In certain cases, based on available reports, van Nistelrooy’s decisions to bench Foxes players seem warranted.
A Premier League manager must sometimes make tough calls to maintain discipline. However, the former Manchester United star, now interim boss, has made numerous missteps at Leicester, casting scrutiny on his major decisions. The looming threat of relegation only amplifies the need to question his approach.
So, who is the second Leicester player caught in a dispute with van Nistelrooy? Was the conflict unavoidable? Did these exclusions impact recent performances? And what lies ahead for the two players at odds with their manager?
Ruud van Nistelrooy sidelines another Leicester City star alongside Harry Winks:
Reports suggest Winks’ absence was justified, tied to family obligations that led to him missing a match. Yet, the details of what transpired within Leicester’s camp remain unclear. Living 100 miles from a Premier League club, as Winks does, adds an unnecessary burden to his commute.
The other player ousted by van Nistelrooy is Jannik Vestergaard. The Danish defender reportedly faces a similar situation, residing far from the club. Curiously, Vestergaard allegedly had permission to bring his dog to training, making the circumstances even stranger.
It’s hard to envision either player staying at Leicester if van Nistelrooy remains. Their absences haven’t significantly altered results. The reported details of the trio’s conflict are as follows:
“In recent weeks he has clashed with both Harry Winks and Vestergaard over their commuting from near or in London.
“Leicester’s manager asked them to stay overnight for one day a week at the club’s training ground, to aid preparation, and both have declined. Both players have since been excluded from his plans.
“The perception is that they are waiting for him to leave… Though Leicester’s board backed Van Nistelrooy on his stance, the future of the former Manchester United forward remains uncertain” – John Percy
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