Ruud Van Nistelrooy leaving Leicester City

First Team coaching staff will oversee the delivery of plans until a new manager is appointed.

Leicester City Football Club has said that they have mutually agreed that Ruud van Nistelrooy’s contract with the Club as First Team Manager will terminate with immediate effect.

Ruud, 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.”

The club has said 'Ruud has overseen a challenging period for the Club. From his appointment in November 2024, he approached the role with professionalism, integrity and a clear commitment to our aims, including through the integration of several promising players from the Club’s Academy into our First Team environment. Ruud moves on with the respect and thanks of everyone at the Football Club for his dedication and hard work, and with our very best wishes for the future.'

Preparation for the EFL Championship season will continue with the planned start of pre-season on Monday 30 June. First Team coaching staff will oversee the delivery of those plans until a new manager is appointed.