Ruud van Nistelrooy's time at Leicester City is nearing its end, with the club seemingly destined for a return to the Championship next season. The Dutchman’s short tenure has been plagued by poor form and fan discontent, making it unlikely he will continue at the King Power Stadium.
Leicester's Relegation Looms After Dire Premier League Run
Leicester City, promoted to the Premier League just last year, now sit 19th in the table, 12 points adrift of safety with only eight games remaining. Their hopes of survival are fading fast, particularly after a disastrous run of seven consecutive defeats without scoring a goal.
Van Nistelrooy, who replaced Steve Cooper in November, has overseen a dramatic downturn in form. His current record stands at:
- Games: 20
- Wins: 3
- Draws: 1
- Losses: 16
- Win Percentage: 15%
Leicester Need a Summer Reset
Leicester’s relegation now seems almost inevitable, and a major reset is expected this summer. The club will need to:
- Appoint a new manager with Championship experience or a clear project vision.
- Overhaul the squad, possibly offloading underperforming or high-wage players.
- Rebuild fan morale by setting out a clear path back to the Premier League.
Next up, the Foxes host Newcastle United at the King Power Stadium, where pressure will be mounting both on and off the pitch.
Unless results dramatically improve, it appears van Nistelrooy’s reign will come to an end before Leicester begin their Championship campaign in 2025/26.
