Cooper was replaced by United legend van Nistelrooy in the dugout at the King Power Stadium, after the Dutchman impressed in a four-game interim spell in charge at Old Trafford.

Manchester United have shown flickers of progress under Amorim, though consistency remains elusive. The ongoing turbulence at the club, both on and off the pitch, has created a sense of instability, yet their recent performances have suggested they are beginning to find their rhythm.

Meanwhile, Ruud van Nistelrooy's Leicester will be desperate to break a horror run of results that has seen them lose their last six matches in all competitions, and 12 of their last 13 in the Premier League. Currently 19th in the table, they need a win to help kickstart a run that could get them out of the relegation zone.