'That's my absolute goal' - Ruud van Nistelrooy reveals his plans post-interim Man Utd manager spell, with Ruben Amorim waiting in the wings to take over

As the Red Devils edge closer to securing Amorim from Sporting Lisbon, the management transition has given Van Nistelrooy a temporary role in steering the squad. The Portuguese manager is set to assume responsibilities following the November international break, providing Van Nistelrooy an interim opportunity over the next three games.

Van Nistelrooy secured a thrilling 5-2 victory over Leicester City in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday. It was a breath of fresh air for United fans who find themselves reeling in 14th position in the Premier League.

Although Amorim is expected to fly down with his preferred set of backroom staff, Van Nistelrooy has spoken of his commitment to supporting the club through the transitional phase and expressed enthusiasm about collaborating with the incoming manager in some capacity beyond the interim period.

"I'm very motivated to stay here and help the club forward, that's my absolute goal," he told reporters.

"I came as an assistant to help the club forward and I am still very motivated to do so in any capacity, as an assistant and now an interim, and after that I go back to my assistant contract that I have here for this season and next. I can speak about my side of the story and when a new manager is signing and conversations take place we have to see how things develop.”

With Van Nistelrooy at the helm, United will face Chelsea at Old Trafford on Sunday, where the interim manager hopes to capitalize on momentum from the recent Carabao Cup win. Following this Premier League clash, the Red Devils will prepare for their Europa League group match against PAOK on November 7. These fixtures represent a crucial period for Van Nistelrooy as he seeks to showcase his leadership and further strengthen his bid to remain a key figure at United.