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Chris Wilder in Talks with Leicester City Over Managerial Vacancy, Sources Reveal
Leicester City are actively searching for a new manager following Ruud van Nistelrooy’s departure last week.
The Dutchman lasted less than a year in the role, overseeing the club’s relegation to the Championship.
Financial complications meant that his exit was only officially confirmed more than a month after the conclusion of the 2024–25 Premier League season.
Now, the Foxes appear to be stepping up their pursuit of a replacement. According to Football League World, Chris Wilder has held talks with Leicester’s hierarchy regarding the vacancy at the King Power Stadium.
Wilder is available after leaving Sheffield United two and a half weeks ago. The 57-year-old parted ways with the Blades for the second time, following the club’s failure to secure promotion in the Championship play-off final against Sunderland.
Despite securing 90 points during the regular season, United fell short in the final, prompting new owners COH Sports to appoint Ruben Selles and head in a new direction.
Wilder remains a strong candidate for the Leicester job, and with pre-season preparations underway, the club will want to move quickly to get someone in place.
With the new Championship campaign starting next month, time is of the essence.
The experienced manager previously guided Sheffield United to Premier League promotion in 2019 during his first spell at Bramall Lane.
That track record could make him an appealing option for Leicester, who will be looking for a swift return to the top flight.
Should the Foxes opt for Wilder, it would offer him a quick return to management and provide the club with a proven leader to guide them through a pivotal campaign.
