Ruud van Nistelrooy 'closed' Manchester United return to be in Erik ten Hag's squad amid Burnley links

Ruud van Nistelrooy has reportedly been approached about a place at Manchester United.

He Red Devils The legend has been out of work since stepping down as PSV Eindhoven coach in May 2023.

Journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Van Nistelrooy has been approached about a job on Erik ten Hag's staff at Old Trafford.

ten witches Continue as Man United manager next season.despite great speculation about its future.

Sir Jim Ratcliffe, whose INEOS bought a 25 per cent stake in the club last season, carried out an extensive end-of-season review.

This also included speaking to several potential replacements for Ten Hag, including Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino.

However, the Dutchman will continue and even hold talks about a new contract.

Now, Van Nistelrooy could be part of a new staff at Old Trafford.

Van Nistelrooy joined Manchester United in 2001 and scored 150 goals in 219 games for the Red Devils before joining Real Madrid in 2006.

In that time he also helped the club to a Premier League title, as well as an FA Cup and League Cup.

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He could still return to English football even if he does not return to Old Trafford.

talkSPORT understands is a candidate for the vacant position at Burnley.

The Championship team is looking for a new coach following the departure of Vincent Kompany to Bayern Munich.

Frank Lampard, Liam Rosenior and Craig Bellamy are also candidates for the job.