Leicester City is just beginning to prepare for its next big transition. Ruud van Nistelrooy will leave the club after their final game of the season against Bournemouth this Sunday. The departure serves as a dividing line for the team, suddenly thrust into the position of needing to hire head coach number three in three years. Sky Sports have unveiled an ambitious plan to double their Premier League coverage. This step further solidifies the partnership between the club and the media behemoth.
Sky Sports’ strategy ahead of next season shows the intent to pump up their Premier League coverage. It’s increasing its live, exclusive-to-subscription matches to 215 matches from just 128 games. This would ensure that around 80 percent of all Premier League matches shown on TV are available to watch via Sky Sports. Fans eager to follow Leicester City’s journey can stream matches via NOW TV or view the live Premier League table online.
Leicester is preparing for the clock to run out on its last game. Look out for speculation regarding Van Nistelrooy’s departure to start early next week. The club’s hierarchy has apparently decided that they don’t know who will replace him at the top. The pending decision is an important one. Considering the cutthroat world of the Premier League, that kind of leash could make all the difference in a club’s success.
In the shadow of these discussions, speculation abounds regarding possible candidates to fill Van Nistelrooy’s shoes. One name that has been mentioned is Rohl, who looks to have a buy-out clause at Hillsborough, where he is currently employed. This clause reduces by 50 percent if a Championship club employs him first. That should place him in the frame to be Leicester’s next manager if they are looking for a short term fix.
As Leicester City lodges its final season against Bournemouth, eyes from around the world including those of fans and stakeholders state-side will be paying close attention. The friendly, which takes place on March 31, provides a fitting tribute as Van Nistelrooy’s farewell. It’s an important inflection point for the club’s long-term focus and direction. With Sky Sports’ enhanced coverage of the Premier League, supporters will have ample opportunity to stay engaged with the league’s developments and Leicester’s subsequent endeavors.
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