Ruud van Nistelrooy, the renowned Dutch footballer who once lit up the Premier League with his impressive goal-scoring prowess for Manchester United, recently shared his thoughts on getting axed by the club.
Van Nistelrooy had a highly successful tenure with Manchester United between 2001 and 2006, during which he bagged an astonishing 150 goals in just 210 appearances. However, things took a drastic turn when the 35-year-old forward found himself at odds with Sir Alex Ferguson, the then-manager of the Red Devils.
As the tension escalated, the Manchester United management decided to part ways with the prolific striker, much to the dismay of the club's devoted fan base. Despite the passage of time, the memories of Van Nistelrooy's untimely departure still evoke a sense of what-ifs in the minds of many Red Devils faithful.
During a recent conversation, the former Manchester United goal-getter delved into the happenings that led to his infamous exit from the club. Van Nistelrooy seemed to be at peace with the whole ordeal as he revealed, ‘In the end I got my head round it…’
His remarks convey a deep sense of closure on the part of the Dutch football legend. The intervening years have undoubtedly allowed Van Nistelrooy to process the bitter disappointment that followed his ouster from Manchester United, and put things into perspective.
Van Nistelrooy went on to express his gratitude to the club that catapulted him to the pinnacle of international football. He maintained that his time at Old Trafford had been an enthralling chapter in his career and one that he has immense appreciation for.
While reminiscing about his illustrious tenure with the Red Devils, Van Nistelrooy acknowledged that there was more to his decision to leave the club than what met the eye. Contrary to widespread speculation at the time, the rift between the forward and Sir Alex Ferguson was more complicated than most fans could have ever imagined.
Despite parting ways under acrimonious circumstances, both figures have indeed maintained a special bond over the years. Their shared history remains a testament to the extraordinary legacy they were able to create during their time at Manchester United.