Ruud van Nistelrooy has been confirmed as Leicester City’s new manager. The 48-year-old succeeds Steve Cooper, who was sacked following the club’s 2-1 home defeat against Chelsea last Saturday, signing a contract to June 2027.

The new manager watched from the stands at the Gtech Community Stadium as his side lost 4-1 to Brentford on Saturday afternoon, their joint-heaviest defeat of the season

Leicester City have appointed former Manchester United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy as their new manager. The Dutchman has been confirmed as Steve Cooper 's replacement, signing a deal until 2027 at the King Power Stadium following the Welshman's sacking last weekend.