Leicester City Drama: Ruud van Nistelrooy in Heated Exchange Post Fulham Defeat
Leicester City manager Ruud van Nistelrooy was involved in a heated exchange with his players following their 2-0 home defeat to Fulham on January 18, 2025. This loss marked the team’s seventh consecutive Premier League defeat, intensifying concerns over their performance and league standing.
Reports indicate that van Nistelrooy directed specific criticism towards 20-year-old loanee Facundo Buonanotte. After being substituted in the 71st minute, Buonanotte lost possession nine times from just 16 touches. The young midfielder, on loan from Brighton, has expressed frustration over limited playing time under van Nistelrooy’s management.
This incident follows a similar internal meeting after a prior 2-0 defeat to Crystal Palace, which did not yield the desired improvement in team performance. Leicester City remains in the relegation zone, heightening the urgency for a turnaround as they prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur next.