EPL: Van Nistelrooy set for shock return to Man Utd

Former Manchester United striker, Ruud van Nistelrooy, could be set for a shock return to the Premier League club.

According to football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, Erik ten Hag wants him to be part of his coaching crew.

Van Nistelrooy is, however, one of the candidates Burnley is looking at to replace Vincent Kompany as their head coach.

Romano tweeted on Sunday: “EXCL: Ruud van Nistelrooy has been approached to be part of Erik ten Hag’s new staff at Manchester United.

“Up to van Nistelrooy as he’s also a strong candidate to be new Burnley manager to replace Kompany, decision next week.

“Changes could take place in #MUFC staff.”