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This is one of the surprises of the transfer window for Manchester United. While the Red Devils have already attracted Leny Yoro (Lille) and Joshua Zirkzee (Bologna), Ruud van Nistelrooy has also strengthened the Mancunian team. So yes, it is not as a player since the 48-year-old former striker hung up his boots twelve years ago. On the other hand, he provides significant support in Erik ten Hag’s staff.
Long-time assistant to the Netherlands selection between 2014 and 2016 and 2020 and 2021, the former striker has also experienced everything with PSV Eindhoven. Coach of the U18, U19 and U21, he had his chance during the 2022/2023 season. Winner of the Dutch Cup and Super Cup while snatching a nice second place, he was able to reveal some players like Xavi Simons while offering an attractive game. Qualities that convinced the Mancunians to trust him to support Erik ten Hag.
The locker room appreciates it
“I am delighted that René Hake and Ruud van Nistelrooy have agreed to join our project, adding a wealth of experience, knowledge and new energy to the staff. This is the right time to refresh the coaching team as we look to build on the achievements of the last two years and take it to the next level.” said Erik ten Hag when he arrived. A breath of fresh air that seems to be going down well.
Having only been back at Manchester United for two weeks, Ruud van Nistelrooy is starting to win everyone over, as he says The Telegraph. “Ruud mentioned it. After he left United he had a period where he went to Spain and he talked about the time he was under Manuel Pellegrini and real hard-core defensive coaches. I think he learned a lot and saw real value in that. He’s probably quite obsessed with defensive structure himself and as you say, as a striker I’m sure it was always very interesting in terms of where he could score his goals. I think Ruud coming back was a good thing, especially for me.“, Jonny Evans mentioned in particular to highlight the tactical evolution of Ruud van Nistelrooy.
Tom Heaton, who knew RVN when he was a young prospect at Manchester United, has become the reference goalkeeper to train the attackers. The third goalkeeper of the Red Devils is also dithyrambic about him: “He’s been brilliant. His level of detail is superb. You’d think, ‘This is a United legend coming in, is he just a familiar face?’ But his level of detail is crazy, I’ve been to a few meetings and he’s been exceptional. I’m sure he’s got something to bring and I’d say improving the attacking sector is probably a big part of what he’s here for.» Also praised for his human and communication skills, Ruud van Nistelrooy is in the process of winning over everyone at Manchester United.
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