Leicester City boss Ruud van Nistelrooy could soon find himself moving on to a new challenge and another candidate has emerged for the role, according to a report.
Leicester City's managerial uncertainty dominates summer headlines
Strangely enough, Ruud van Nistelrooy is still in charge at the King Power Stadium and remains while the club prepare for pre-season. However, his future is anything but certain in the East Midlands.
Despite months of speculation pointing Russell Martin in the direction of Leicester City, the former Southampton boss has taken over at Scottish Premiership runners-up Rangers after their lengthy recruitment process to replace Philippe Clement.
Following his appointment last November, four wins and three draws in 25 matches across all competitions have put former Netherlands international Van Nistelrooy on the brink.
However, reports suggest Leicester City fear relieving the former Manchester United star of his duties may land them another Profitability and Sustainability Rules breach, hence the delay in making a decision on his future.
Expected to kick off next term with a 12-point deduction, being on the receiving end of further financial penalties could risk their chances of promotion back to the top-flight.
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Nevertheless, the Foxes’ pursuit of Jack Kingdon on a free transfer shows that work is ongoing regardless of who is in the dugout, even if recruitment is expected to be scaled back once again this summer.
Before the challenges that lie ahead, supporters need clarity regarding whether Van Nistelrooy will still be at the club come the start of pre-season.
From the sounds of things, that may not be the case. Leicester City are set to engulfed by change this summer and another name has now been mentioned in connection with the hotseat.
Leicester City could turn their attention to Sean Dyche
According to Graeme Bailey in conversation with EFL Analysis, Leicester City could look to approach former Everton manager Sean Dyche if Danny Rohl fades away from being a frontrunner to take over at the King Power.
The German coach is believed to be the leading contender for the role. However, he may also be tempted by a return to his homeland, which may be where Dyche comes into the conversation like a bolt from the blue.
Sean Dyche’s managerial record in 2024/25 – all competitions
Matches
21
Wins
4
Draws
8
Losses
9
Points per game in Premier League
0.89
Renowned for his ability to solidify and stabilise teams, the former Everton and Burnley boss has taken charge of 322 Premier League matches combining his exploits at both clubs, claiming 93 victories in that time. His favoured formation is 4-4-1-1, with a busy ‘second striker’ playing off of a target man.
Now on the lookout for his next position, the 53-year-old will point to establishing the Clarets as a top-flight force, claiming continental qualification at Turf Moor and stabilising the Toffees on a shoestring budget.
Should Leicester City begin next term with a points’ deduction, Dyche would be a sensible appointment to help grind out a consistent supply of points in England’s second-tier, a prize he managed to get his hands on in 2016.