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Russell Martin is unlikely to take over at Leicester City, although there are still doubts over Ruud van Nistelrooy's future.

Russell Martin is ‘unlikely’ to become the next Leicester City manager, although doubts remain over the future of Ruud van Nistelrooy.

The Foxes endured a miserable campaign last time out that resulted in relegation back to the Championship without putting up much of a fight.

Despite a decent run to end the season, van Nistelrooy hasn’t exactly convinced since he succeeded Steve Cooper, and it has been suggested he will be sacked.

Leicester City managerial latest as Russell Martin not expected to take over

As well as that, reports have claimed that Martin, who has been out of work since leaving Southampton, would replace the Dutchman at the King Power Stadium.

Yet, Sky Sports journalist Rob Dorsett has cooled talk of the ex-Southampton chief arriving in the Midlands, as he also stated that a decision hasn’t been made on van Nistelrooy at the moment.

“Ruud Van Nistelrooy yet to sit down with Leicester bosses to discuss his future, I’m told. He is now with family in the Netherlands, still uncertain about whether he will be kept on in the role or not. I expect he will go, but Leicester have yet to begin active talks with possible replacements.

“Danny Rohl, Liam Rosenior and Russell Martin remain on their shortlist - though the latter is unlikely at this stage, I’m told.”

Leicester City must make swift decisions ahead of crucial summer

Martin is a manager who divides opinion due to his style of play, so some will be relieved at the news that he is not expected to take over.

However, it’s not a good look for Leicester that they still haven’t made a call on van Nistelrooy.

They are gearing up for a massive summer, with a PSR charge hanging over the club that is expected to result in a hefty points deduction if they are guilty, so it’s a critical period for the Foxes.

Despite the points deduction threat, a play-off push will be expected, and they remain an attractive option to managers given the quality in the squad, along with the training ground, fan base and stadium.

With relegation having been confirmed on April 20, fans would’ve hoped the club had already put things in place, but it appears they haven’t.

Leicester back to the Premier League next season.