What's happened
Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed Leicester City's new manager after a brief interim role at Manchester United. He aims to steer the struggling Foxes away from relegation in the Premier League, starting with a match against West Ham on Tuesday.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Jonathan Veal in The Independent, Van Nistelrooy expressed surprise at the interest he received after his interim role at Manchester United, stating, "I was a little bit astonished" by the offers that came his way. He noted the importance of creating a connection with the team and supporters, saying, "I really enjoyed creating a connection with the team, with the supporters and turning the momentum for the club for a little bit."
Ben Fisher from The Guardian highlighted Van Nistelrooy's focus on winning, stating, "I’m not the romantic type of manager who puts style in front of results." This pragmatic approach will be crucial as he navigates the challenges at Leicester, who currently sit just above the relegation zone after a disappointing start to the season.
How we got here
Van Nistelrooy's appointment follows Erik ten Hag's sacking at Manchester United, where he served as interim manager for four games. He left United after Ruben Amorim was hired, quickly securing the Leicester position.
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