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I saw Stretford End reaction to Ruud van Nistelrooy - it gave Manchester United an awkward dilemma

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Anyone who sold their Manchester United match ticket ahead of Erik ten Hag's departure would have regretted that decision when Ruud van Nistelrooy was placed in interim charge.

It always felt inevitable Van Nistelrooy would take over as a safe pair of hands if Ten Hag was axed and it was no surprise to see United confirm he would manage against Leicester.

United fans revelled in Van Nistelrooy's return when he was appointed as a first-team coach in the summer and he received a rapturous reception when emerging from the tunnel on Wednesday night, warmly clasping hands with the club's mascot and applauding the Stretford End. "Ruuuud," were the cries at Old Trafford.

There were Van Nistelrooy scarves sold outside the ground before the game and a few fans were spotted wearing Ruud merchandise. ALSO READ: United vs Leicester updates as they happened ALSO READ: United player ratings from Leicester game Van Nistelrooy was smartly dressed for the occasion, wearing a turtle neck and a stylish winter coat, and he was actually wearing socks - it's fair to say Erik ten Hag's fashion sense was questionable at times and his ankles were often on display on the touchline.

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