December 3rd 2024.
Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former Manchester United star, was officially introduced as the new manager of Leicester City earlier this week. In a recent interview, the 48-year-old expressed his disappointment and hurt over having to leave his beloved club, Manchester United, just last month.
Van Nistelrooy was previously serving as an assistant to Erik ten Hag at Ajax before stepping up as interim boss after his fellow Dutchman was dismissed. During his short stint as the Red Devils' temporary manager, he led the team to four wins and one draw, proving himself to be a successful and capable leader.
However, when Ruben Amorim was appointed as the permanent manager, Van Nistelrooy was informed that his services were no longer required. This news came as a shock to the legendary forward, who had expressed his willingness to stay on and work under the new manager. He admitted that being told he could leave Manchester United was a difficult pill to swallow.
"The moment I took over as interim manager, I made it clear that I was there to help United and stay to help United, and I meant it. So, I was disappointed and hurt when I had to leave," Van Nistelrooy said. "The only job I would have taken as an assistant manager was at United because of the strong bond I have with the club and its fans."
Despite the initial disappointment, Van Nistelrooy has now accepted the situation and moved on. He understands Amorim's decision as he is also a manager himself. The two had a conversation, and Van Nistelrooy appreciates the honesty and respect shown by the new manager. This helped him to move on and focus on new opportunities, such as his new role at Leicester.
The former Real Madrid striker takes over a Leicester team that is currently struggling, having lost their last three matches. However, Van Nistelrooy is determined to turn things around and improve the team's performance. "I'm here to help this team, and I'm confident that we can achieve great things together," he said.
His first game in charge will be against West Ham on Tuesday, and Van Nistelrooy is already impressed by the club's facilities. He compared the set-up at Leicester to that of Real Madrid, which he had visited last year. He believes that the top-notch facilities will benefit both the young players and the experienced ones, helping them to develop and become better players.
"For me, it's crucial to have a clear understanding of the club's plans and management in both the near future and the long term," Van Nistelrooy explained. "But, right now, my focus is on the current squad and getting to know each player individually. I want to give everyone a chance and make a fair assessment before the January transfer window."
Overall, Van Nistelrooy is excited about his new role at Leicester and is determined to make the most of this opportunity. With his experience and leadership skills, he hopes to lead the team to success and bring joy to the club's loyal fans.
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