The latest Leicester City news as Ruud van Nistelrooy prepares to lead the new era starting tonight against West Ham United

Steve Cooper has nearly twice the points in his 1st 12 Premier League games at Leicester City as he did at Nottingham Forest, but without fan support, his sacking was coming.

Foxes hierarchy act after rising concerns over poor performances, a lack of connection with fans and friction in the dressing room

Leicester City have parted ways with manager Steve Cooper, the Premier League club confirmed in a statement on Sunday.

Ruud van Nistelrooy says it hurt to leave Manchester United in November after an interim period in charge of the side. The 48-year-old, who replaced Steve Cooper as Leicester City manager last week, left Old Trafford last month after the appointment of Ruben Amorim.

New Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says he was "astonished" by the amount of interest in him after his brief spell as Manchester United boss.

Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy says he was left disappointed and hurt by having to leave Manchester United last month. The 48-year-old was assistant to Erik ten Hag before stepping up to interim boss when his fellow Dutchman was dismissed.

Former United man does not have a wealth of managerial experience, but Leicester see him as someone who can unite the club, players and fans