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Burnley close in on shock managerial appointment of ex-Man Utd striker Ruud van Nistelrooy after Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich move

<p>According to <a href="https://www.telegraaf.nl/sport/1286941544/ruud-van-nistelrooy-dicht-bij-deal-met-burnley" target="_blank"><em>De Telegraaf,</em></a><em> </em>the Clarets are in advanced talks with the Dutch manager and are willing to offer him a multi-year contract to lead the club back to the Premier League. Burnley want to secure an ambitious coach who can revitalise the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-legend-ruud-van-nistelrooy-reveals-coaching-ambitions-but-premier-league-return-is-not-his-priority/blta9d514eb9753ff78" target="_blank">club's fortunes in the Championship</a> and who boasts of having a distinctive playing style - and they believe Nistelrooy is the perfect fit for the job.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>One of Van Nistelrooy's first significant tasks will be to decide on the future of Wout Weghorst, who remains under contract with Burnley for another year. Weghorst has spent time on loan at Besiktas, Manchester United and Hoffenheim in recent seasons. Now, Van Nistelrooy will need to determine whether Weghorst fits into his plans for Burnley or if another move is on the horizon.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Van Nistelrooy <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/news/ruud-van-nistelrooy-leaves-psv-lack-of-support/bltd417f358f3c71f07" target="_blank">departed PSV Eindhoven in the final phase of the 2022-2023 season</a>, despite having a contract until 2025. During his tenure, he led the team to victory in the Johan Cruyff Shield and the KNVB Cup in his first season, also securing a respectable qualification for the Champions League. His s<a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/man-utd-legend-ruud-van-nistelrooy-reveals-coaching-ambitions-but-premier-league-return-is-not-his-priority/blta9d514eb9753ff78" target="_blank">uccess at PSV highlights his potential to make a significant impact at Burnley</a>, bringing a winning mentality and tactical expertise.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>As Burnley prepare for the upcoming Championship season, the focus will be on integrating Van Nistelrooy's vision and strategies into the team. His experience as a player and a coach, combined with his understanding of the English game, positions him as a promising candidate to guide Burnley through this crucial period and swiftly compete for promotion.</p>

WHAT NEXT?

Burnley close in on shock managerial appointment of ex-Man Utd striker Ruud van Nistelrooy after Vincent Kompany's Bayern Munich move | Goal.com UK

Burnley are reportedly close to appointing Ruud van Nistelrooy as their manager after Vincent Kompany left for Bayern Munich.