NafisaLeicester City are set for a managerial shift after a lackluster Premier League season that ended in relegation.
Ruud van Nistelrooy, who took over in November 2024, secured only three victories in 23 league matches, resulting in the club’s relegation with five games left.
There is a growing sentiment at the King Power Stadium that Leicester are seeking a managerial change following their underwhelming season in the Premier League.
Both Steve Cooper and Van Nistelrooy, who succeeded the accomplished Enzo Maresca, failed to replicate his impact at the club.
Van Nistelrooy is most likely heading out of Leicester:
According to the Sky Sports, one of the frontrunners to succeed Van Nistelrooy is Sheffield Wednesday manager Danny Rohl.
The German strategist has earned acclaim for his remarkable work in Yorkshire, where he has instilled structure and tenacity into a previously faltering team.
Rohl had previously been on Leicester’s radar following Cooper’s dismissal but was initially bypassed due to his lack of Championship experience.
Now, with Rohl’s reputation enhanced, Leicester’s leadership seem more receptive to the idea of appointing him.
Alongside him, the club are also evaluating other candidates, including former interim England manager and current England Under-21 manager Lee Carsley and Southampton boss Russell Martin.
Both are said to have been contacted through their representatives, with Carsley’s youth development expertise and Martin’s possession-oriented approach aligning with the club’s long-term vision.
Lee Carsley could be the man for Leicester City:
Carsley has done an excellent job with England U21s, guiding them to a European Championship title.
Leicester have a talented group of young players, and his background suits a rebuild.
As a coach who’s worked closely with England’s rising stars, he brings a contemporary approach that could rejuvenate the club.
The Foxes appear to be prioritizing a manager capable of both reconstructing the squad and securing a return to the Premier League.
A final decision is anticipated shortly, as Leicester aim to establish the groundwork for a comeback campaign.
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