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Ruud van Nistelrooy says one Leicester City player ‘keeps fighting’ to start but there’s one problem
The end of the international break signifies a return to Premier League action for Leicester City, who face a daunting trip to Manchester City.
Leicester head into that clash at the Etihad Stadium with the stuffing well and truly knocked out of them after losing 13 of their last 14 matches in the league.
It’s seen Ruud van Nistelrooy create unwanted Premier League history, becoming the first team to lose seven in a row without scoring.
Although Van Nistelrooy shared a positive injury update on Ricardo Pereira in Monday’s press conference, no one can see them stealing a positive result away from the champions.
The Dutchman also commented on how one player is currently feeling about his lack of starting chances, even during a period that has brought one win in 14 matches.
Oliver Skipp ‘keeps fighting’ to start for Leicester City
The 2024 summer transfer window was a complete disaster and unfortunately, Oliver Skipp highlighted how poor their business was.
Leicester signed Skipp for £20 million from Tottenham, with Steve Cooper feeling his arrival would have strengthened their midfield.
Sadly, the 24-year-old has faced limited opportunities at the King Power Stadium, starting just once under Van Nistelrooy – the 4-0 defeat against Newcastle United in December.
