Ruud van Nistelrooy has sent an emotional farewell message to Manchester United, the backroom staff, players and the fans following his recent departure.Van Nistelrooy’s exit was announced on

Manchester United suffered a dismal start to the season under Erik ten Hag and with the club perilously close to the drop-zone, INEOS had no choice but to act.Ten Hag was relieved of his duties

The Dutchman's exit was announced on Monday, just hours after new United head coach Ruben Amorim had arrived in England from Portugal. Van Nistelrooy returned to United during the summer as assistant manager, 18 years after he left the club as a player, and was put in caretaker charge following the exit of fellow countryman Erik ten Hag last month.