Leicester City will visit Brentford on Saturday afternoon in the Premier League, aiming for a turnaround in fortunes following the sacking of Steve Cooper.
Cooper was dismissed on Sunday after a disappointing 2-1 loss to Chelsea, which left Leicester hovering precariously above the relegation zone.
With just two wins in the league this season and a meagre 10 points to their name, the Foxes are only one point clear of the bottom three.
Brentford, sitting 11th, are also struggling for consistency. For Leicester, this presents an opportunity to spark a revival after a dismal campaign so far.
Managerial Shake-Up at Leicester
Behind the scenes, Leicester are moving quickly to secure a new manager. Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly on the verge of being appointed, but the Dutchman is unlikely to be in charge for Saturday’s clash.
On Thursday, Leicester cancelled their scheduled press conference, originally planned for November 28. While no official reason was provided, speculation suggests the club is finalising Van Nistelrooy’s appointment.
However, according to Leicestershire Live, interim responsibility for the Brentford match will fall to Ben Dawson. The former Newcastle coach has been leading training sessions alongside set-piece coach Andrew Hughes and goalkeeping coach Danny Alcock since Tuesday.
When Will Van Nistelrooy Take Charge?
Reports indicate that Van Nistelrooy’s arrival is imminent, and he is expected to attend Saturday’s match as a spectator.
Should there be no last-minute complications, the former Manchester United striker is likely to make his managerial debut on Tuesday, December 3, when Leicester face West Ham United.
If delays occur, Van Nistelrooy could instead take the reins for Leicester’s home fixture against Brighton on Saturday, December 8.
As Leicester prepare for Brentford under interim guidance, fans will be hoping for a boost from Van Nistelrooy’s imminent arrival, marking the start of a new chapter for the struggling club.
