Ruud van Nistelrooy was disappointed to leave Manchester United after his spell as interim coach but said he understands Ruben Amorim's decision.

Ruud van Nistelrooy says it hurt to leave Manchester United in November after an interim period in charge of the side. The 48-year-old, who replaced Steve Cooper as Leicester City manager last week, left Old Trafford last month after the appointment of Ruben Amorim.

Ruud van Nistelrooy ‘disappointed’ and ‘hurt’ by Manchester United exit - Van Nistelrooy returned to United as Erik ten Hag’s assistant in the summer and had a four-game interim spell following his co