According to Fabrizio Romano, Manchester United have reportedly approached their legendary striker, Ruud van Nistelrooy, to return to Old Trafford in a coaching capacity under manager Erik ten Hag. However, Van Nistelrooy might decline the offer as he is close to replacing Vincent Kompany at Championship side Burnley.

De Telegraaf reports that Burnley is nearing an agreement to appoint the 47-year-old as their new manager following Kompany’s move to Bayern Munich earlier this summer. Van Nistelrooy previously served as an assistant manager for the Netherlands national team and managed PSV Eindhoven’s U-19 side before taking charge of their senior team in 2022. Despite having a contract until 2025, he left PSV in the final stages of the 2022-2023 season.

Regardless of Van Nistelrooy’s decision, the INEOS group and Sir Jim Ratcliffe are expected to implement changes within Ten Hag’s coaching staff. The former Real Madrid forward is anticipated to make a final decision by next week.

Manchester United will resume action next month with a pre-season tour in the US, where they are scheduled to play friendly matches against teams like Rangers, Arsenal, and Liverpool.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United is currently in the FA Cup with points.

It has a even goal difference after scoring goals and conceding .​