Ruud Van Nistelrooy has broken his silence following the dismissal of erstwhile Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s Message To Manchester United Fans
Van Nistelrooy has called for the fans to support the team despite their struggling state as they aim to achieve success in this campaign.
Manchester United return to action on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, welcoming Leicester City to Old Trafford in the 4th Round of the Carabao Cup.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy has charged the involved parties to bring their A-game to the fore to “remind everyone of what this great club stands for”.
The 48-year-old also indicated that Manchester United’s path towards redemption begins with restoring the winning habit.
Van Nistelrooy also acknowledged how important the backing of the fans can help improve the fortunes of the Old Trafford side.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy’s Assertions
Via a statement shared by Manchester United on social media, Ruud Van Nistelrooy said:
“Every game we play is also an opportunity for us to remind everyone of what this great club stands for.
“The first step is to restore the winning habit, starting at Old Trafford this evening. I know first-hand the positive effect that our wonderful fans can have on the team, so please get behind the players as we fight together to move a step closer to Wembley.”
Ruud Van Nistelrooy also shared that he was saddened to see Erik ten Hag leave Manchester United after bringing him to the club.
Manchester United Fire Erik ten Hag Following A Run Of Poor Results
Manchester United confirmed the dismissal of Erik ten Hag on Monday, October 28, 2024, following a run of bad results which saw the club languishing in the bottom half of the Premier League table (14).
Additionally, the English giants were also in danger of missing out of the knockout stage of the UEFA Europa League, having shared the spoils in 3 of the matches they have been involved in.
Due to their shaky state, it was also not certain if they had the capability to defend the FA Cup title which they won in the 2023/24 season.
Ruud Van Nistelrooy Takes Up The Managerial Position At Manchester United
Manchester United revealed in the statement confirming the exit of ten Hag that Ruud Van Nistelrooy will step into the team’s vacant managerial position on an interim basis.
The Old Trafford side also made it known that Van Nistelrooy will be supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited.
Manchester United’s current coaching team includes assistant manager Rene Hake, first-team coach Darren Fletcher, set-piece coach Andreas Georgson, and goalkeeper coach Jelle ten Rouwelaar.
Matches Ruud Van Nistelrooy Will Manage
Ruud Van Nistelrooy is expected to take charge of Manchester United’s Carabao Cup clash with Leicester City on Wednesday, October 30, 2024, alongside the big Premier League home game against Chelsea on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
It will be fascinating to see how Van Nistelrooy will fare in the hot seat, having previously also managed Dutch giants PSV Eindhoven before opting to take a subservient role at Manchester United in the summer of 2024.
Manchester United’s Next Manager?
Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim is expected to be the next manager of Manchester United, with concrete reports claiming that all essential documents needed for the appointment to become official are close to being finalized.
Manchester United have also reportedly agreed to pay Sporting Lisbon Amorim’s release fee of £8.3 million.
