Football rumours: Ruud van Nistelrooy among contenders to replace Steve Cooper

Nov 25, 2024 2 min read
Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly on Leicester’s list (Martin Rickett/PA)
Ruud van Nistelrooy is reportedly on Leicester’s list (Martin Rickett/PA)

What the papers say

According to The Independent, former interim Manchester United manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is on a list of potential targets to replace Steve Cooper at Leicester. Cooper was sacked on Sunday following a 2-1 loss at home to Chelsea. Bosses at the club are said to also have an eye on Graham Potter, but the 49-year-old would reportedly take a fair bit of convincing as he holds out for a role at a bigger club.

Manchester United v Newcastle United – Premier League – Old Trafford
Newcastle United goalkeeper Martin Dubravka (Martin Rickett/PA)

The Newcastle Chronicle says Magpies boss Eddie Howe has met with senior figures to get the ball rolling on plans for the January transfer market, with goalkeeper Martin Dubravka tipped to exit the club. Newcastle could reportedly focus on player sales over recruitment as they seek to raise funds.

Liverpool’s 18-year-old forward Jayden Danns is high on the wish list of Plymouth manager Wayne Rooney, according to The Sun.

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Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United – Premier League – City Ground
Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak (Mike Egerton/PA)

Alexander Isak: Teamtalk reports Chelsea have joined Arsenal in the race for the Newcastle striker, who will command at least £115million.

Martin Zubimendi: Arsenal and Liverpool are both chasing the Real Sociedad midfielder, according to Todofichajes.

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