Ruud van Nistelrooy has issued an emotional statement amid his Manchester United exit after being excluded from Ruben Amorim's coaching team following a four-game spell in interim charge.
Former Red Devils striker van Nistelrooy took on the role of caretaker after Erik ten Hag's dismissal last month and led the side to three wins and a draw in a successful stint.
He capped off his short tenure with an emphatic 3-0 victory over Leicester on Sunday and previously stated his desire to stay on at Old Trafford despite being left in the dark about his future.
But Amorim, upon his arrival in Manchester, decided not to keep the Dutchman, instead opting to stick with his own staff as he prepares to take his first match against Ipswich on November 24.
Now van Nistelrooy has finally broken his silence in a heartfelt message posted to X, insisting he will 'cherish the memories' of his time in charge of the club.
He said: 'To everyone at Manchester United Football Club, in particular the backroom staff, the players and the fans. I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for your incredible efforts and support.
'It has been a privilege and honour to represent the club as a player, coach and manager, and I will always cherish the memories we have shared together.
'@ManUtd will always have a special place in my heart, and I hope there are many more glory days at Old Trafford very soon - not only because I want the club to do well, but because you all deserve it!
'All the best and take care, Ruud.'
According to The Sun, Van Nistelrooy is being considered to make a return to club management at Burnley.
The report claims the Clarets could be tempted to make a move for the 48-year-old should their form dip under manager Scott Parker.
Van Nistelrooy had been a leading contender to take over as Burnley boss in the summer.
He ultimately opted to return to Old Trafford as Ten Hag's assistant, reuniting with the club where he scored 150 goals in 219 games between 2001 and 2006.
Burnley ultimately appointed Parker as manager, with the Clarets seeking an immediate return to the Premier League.
Parker's side are currently fourth in the Championship and just four points off top spot.
The former England international, however, has faced criticism from supporters due to his team only scoring nine goals in their last 13 league matches.
He had previously had a season in charge of PSV and led the team to the KNVB Cup.
Van Nistelrooy's former team-mate Paul Scholes claimed last week that he believes the former United striker is keen to return full-time as a manager.
'I am pretty sure he must have the bug back to be a manager, when you have done it and been successful as he was in Holland, going back to being an assistant must be quite difficult because you must be frustrated.
'There must be certain things you want to do and you don’t agree with the manager, that you can say but it doesn’t matter because the buck stops with the manager.
'Just watching him for three games, he did well in Holland winning the Dutch Cup. He looks like he is made to be a manager to me, I think he is better than just an assistant manager.'
fotacelmsy
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Kusdeilmnu
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I really don't understand ManU. with all due respect,they are always rushing with coaches.... When Ole was sacked Carrick was there and he performed,after few weeks they rushed to sign 7hag...now,it is just the same process.... This Ruud guy tried his best to get positive results. Man U will bounce back if they do things in proper ways.. They shouldn't sign lazy players,and by the looks of things some players don't want to play for the team with their hearts Man U will rise and there competition will be high..
Same thinking
Kusdeilmnu
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Not to be disrespectful, i kinda hate man united why they want to do to him like that
BarcaCitehhh
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I really don't understand ManU. with all due respect,they are always rushing with coaches.... When Ole was sacked Carrick was there and he performed,after few weeks they rushed to sign 7hag...now,it is just the same process.... This Ruud guy tried his best to get positive results. Man U will bounce back if they do things in proper ways.. They shouldn't sign lazy players,and by the looks of things some players don't want to play for the team with their hearts Man U will rise and there competition will be high..
bamadiloty
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This guy is really in pain, they should have left him up to end of season
jezabdnpyz
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When Ruud Van Nisterlrooy Agreed To Come To OT 🏟️ To Become Erik Ten Hag Assistant Coach (No:2).., His Intention Was Crystal Clear. He Knew That Ten Hag's Position Was Not As Stable Right From The Beginning Because Jim Ratcliffe And His INEOS Group Board Wanted To Sack Him Before Last Season The FA Cup Final Against Pep Guardiola's Mighty City. He Thought That If Ten Hag Failed.., He Will Be Immediately Talking Over As The Interim Manager And Have The Chance To Be A Permanent One If Results Go His Way. With Pochettino Going To USA 🇺🇸 To Take Over The National Team.., Southgate Resting For A Year And Tuchel As The New England 🏴 Coach, High Chance For Van Nisterlrooy But Out Of Nowhere Came Along Ruben Amorim. The Board Had Made Their Decision And The Highing Dutchman Has To Give Way.
Owiz
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He reminded me of the exploits of Carrick before Ten hang man U...
mio17
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We know you're a great coach. However, you should know that every coach has their own inner circle. Perhaps Ruben Amorim is afraid of failure if he were to take you on as his right-hand or left-hand man. One day, you will definitely have the opportunity to become the head coach of MUFC. Keep up the good spirit!
kozeiluy
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Every time I open these app I found news about Manchester United bt my question is we don't have other team
Wezdeikmsy
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shugri and the other people who were there to Welcome me to the first one I had
hezbdopty
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LEGEND.WILL MANAGE SOME DAY.
Fazbdmpsz
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not that he was good but due to incoming coach that's why he got those results..
puzbcklpyz
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always united for life
wimlmpru
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wait for your chance Ruud..
suteilstz
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repetition story from auttysm. lack of idea.
duzdiklmn
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no matter how good u are....they won't give u man U...fake guy...fighting CR7