Leicester finally announce Ruud van Nistelrooy is LEAVING 34 days after season ended with cult boss favourite for job
The Dutch manager oversaw the Foxes' relegation from the Premier League after replacing
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Ruud van Nistelrooy has left Leicester City
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The Foxes were relegated back to the Championship after just one season
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His exit was confirmed by the club, which stated they had "mutually agreed" to terminate his contract.
Van Nistelrooy said: "I would like to personally thank the Leicester City players, coaches, academy and all the staff I have worked with for their professionalism and dedication during my time at the club and to thank the fans for their support, and take this opportunity to wish the club well for the future.'
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Nistelrooy's time in charge in the East Midlands was less than inspiring as the team returned to the second tier with a whimper.
He only managed four wins in 25 Premier League games and racked up 18 defeats.
The club even lost 15 league games between December 14 and April 12, with only one win to add some cheer, which came against Tottenham on January 26.
As a result, the club finished the season in 18th place - 13 points adrift from 17th-placed Spurs.
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Sean Dyche is the favourite to take up the hot seat at the King Power Stadium.
The English manager has been out of work since he was sacked by
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Ruud's shocking record
Here is a look at Ruud van Nistelrooy's record at Leicester City...
Matches
- 27
Wins
- 5
Draws
- 3
Losses
- 19
Goals scored
- 24
Goals conceded
- 57
The former
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Dyche will not have far to travel as he currently lives up the M1 in Nottingham.
Meanwhile, Leicester are still anxiously waiting on the
This could see the club start the new season on negative points if they are docked any.
If appointed, Dyche could also have to manage with a restricted budget - something he is accustomed to at his previous clubs.
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Leicester had previously been linked with former Southampton manager
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