Ruud van Nistelrooy has admitted that it "hurt" to leave Manchester United but insists he "understands" why there wasn’t a place for him in new coach Ruben Amorim's staff. Van Nistelrooy was brought back to Old Trafford as an assistant coach during the summer,

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 boss Ruud van Nistelrooy reveals his pain at leaving Manchester United but vows to stamp his authority on the Foxes.

Ruud van Nistelrooy was disappointed to leave Manchester United after his successful spell as interim coach came to an end but the Dutchman said he understands why new manager Ruben Amorim wanted to bring his own assistants into the club.

Ruud van Nistelrooy has revealed his “hurt and disappointment” at leaving Manchester United, despite his excitement as he prepares for a new chapter with Leicester City.

Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy was "hurt" by his departure from Manchester United following his recent spell as interim manager at Old Trafford.

Ruud van Nistelrooy is "hurt" and "disappointed" by his forced Manchester United exit and opened up on having a "man to man" talk with Ruben Amorim.