Van Nistelrooy, who joined the coaching staff in the summer, took temporary charge of United following the sacking of Erik ten Hag last month.

Ruud van Nistelrooy has sent an emotional and heartfelt message to everyone at Manchester United after leaving the club for a second time. The former striker, who scored 150 goals in 219 appearances in his time as a player at Old Trafford,

Manchester United legend Ruud van Nistelrooy has said his goodbyes to the club after a brief but intense few months at the club. The former striker was brought back to his old stomping ground by Erik ten Hag in the summer to act as an assistant to his compatriot.