Leicester City manager twist as figure ‘in their sights’ agrees deal

Ruud van Nistelrooy’s future at the King Power Stadium is in doubt following the club’s relegation from the Premier League

Liam Rosenior has signed a new contract at Strasbourg amid links to Leicester City.

Rosenior was said to be “in the sights” of the Foxes, according to reports in France last month, with Ruud van Nistelrooy’s future at the King Power Stadium in doubt.

But Rosenior has committed to the Ligue 1 club until June 2028.

Rosenior, who spent 18 months in charge of Hull before being sacked in May 2024, succeeded Patrick Vieira last July and has had a successful first season in France.

Strasbourg are challenging for European qualification in seventh spot with three games of the domestic campaign remaining.

“Signing for Racing is the best decision of my career, and it’s a source of immense pride to extend my contract here,” Rosenior, 40, told the official Strasbourg website.

The renewed confidence shown by president Marc Keller and the club means a lot to me; I want to repay that confidence on the pitch.

“From the moment I arrived, I recognised myself in the values of intensity, courage and unity that make the people of Strasbourg and Alsace so strong.

“With the staff and management, we work every day to offer them football that lives up to their passion.

“We will continue to give our all to help the club progress, while remaining true to its identity.

“I firmly believe in our project and in the future of Racing: together, we can build something special.”

Keller said: “Liam perfectly embodies our sporting vision and Racing’s values.

“He makes our supporters proud by offering an attractive game, driven by total commitment and a team that never gives up.