Ruud van Nistelrooy breaks his silence on Erik ten Hag's Manchester United exit

30.10.2024 - 10:59 manchestereveningnews.co.uk

Manchester United interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy has said he is 'saddened' by Erik Ten Hag's exit from Old Trafford - but admits it is a 'great honour' to have been asked to take charge on an interim basis.

Following a run of one win in eight matches, Ten Hag was sacked by United on Monday morning and Van Nistelrooy has been installed as caretaker boss until a permanent replacement is appointed.

The Dutchman will take charge for the first time this evening when United welcome Leicester City to Old Trafford in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup. READ MORE: How Ruben Amorim's strongest United line-up could look with formation switch READ MORE: Ruud van Nistelrooy could give a first-team debut to United youngster vs Leicester The former striker returned to Old Trafford in the summer as part of the club's decision to shake up Ten Hag's coaching staff and was appointed as assistant manager alongside Rene Hake.

Van Nistelrooy is an immensely popular figure at Old Trafford and is guaranteed to earn a huge ovation ahead of kick-off this evening.

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