NafisaLeicester City boss Ruud Van Nistelrooy will depart the club following their final fixture this weekend, with a former Southampton coach poised to take over on the touchline.
The Foxes suffered relegation to the Championship this term after an underwhelming season, and they are now gearing up for life in England’s second division. Van Nistelrooy was appointed as Steve Cooper’s successor earlier in the campaign, but he couldn’t steer Leicester to safety.
Leicester’s attention will now shift to making an immediate return to the Premier League, potentially under new leadership. It’s a crucial summer ahead for the club, and they’ll be eager to make the correct choice with their next managerial hire.
Leicester Poised to Name Russell Martin:
GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed that Leicester are preparing to part ways with Van Nistelrooy following their final Premier League clash with Bournemouth on Sunday. Former Southampton boss Martin is lined up to take the reins at the King Power Stadium.
Russell Martin Career Managerial Record:
- Matches: 252
- Wins: 101
- Draws: 56
- Losses: 95
- Goals scored: 382
- Goals conceded: 378
GIVEMESPORT sources had previously reported that Martin was among the contenders on Leicester’s managerial shortlist, with Van Nistelrooy due to meet with club executives at that stage. Those discussions have now culminated in Van Nistelrooy’s exit, with his departure expected shortly.
Martin, labelled as ‘outstanding’ by Liam Rosenior, most recently managed Southampton earlier this campaign. The ex-Scotland international guided the Saints to Premier League promotion via the play-offs, but he was dismissed after only a few months in the top flight.
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