Garnacho Pens Beautiful Tribute for Ruud Van Nistelrooy As He Exits Man United

Garnacho Pens Beautiful Tribute for Ruud Van Nistelrooy As He Exits Man United

  • Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho has shared a beautiful tribute for Ruud van Nistelrooy following his exit from the club
  • The Dutchman was in charge at Man United as an interim coach for four games and won't be part of Ruben Amorim's staff
  • Van Nistelrooy won three and drew one of the games he coached and received heartfelt goodbyes from the fans

Alejandro Garnacho has penned a moving tribute to Ruud van Nistelrooy, who left Manchester United following the arrival of new coach Ruben Amorim.

The Dutchman was the club's interim coach after Erik ten Hag was fired on October 28.

Garnacho was a regular during Van Nistelrooy's brief spell at the club as caretaker coach.

Manchester United star Alejandro Garnacho played in every game under Ruud van Nistelrooy
New Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim decided against keeping Ruud van Nistelrooy. Photo by Martin Rickett/PA Images.
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Garnacho's message to van Nistelrooy

The former Real Madrid star arrived at Old Trafford in the summer as part of Erik ten Hag's backroom staff. However, his stay was short-lived after his boss was dismissed.

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He coached four matches, won three and drew one and left an impression on the fans despite a difficult start to the season.

The young winger played all four matches and registered two goals and an assist. In fact, he scored the last goal in van Nistelrooy's era against Leicester on Sunday in the Premier League, per Transfermarkt.

He shared a touching message on Instagram for the club legend.

"It was a short time but it was special. I learned a lot from you and I will keep it to myself for the rest of my career, but what I will remember the most is how you are a person. We will meet again legend," he wrote on his Instagram via Manchester Evening News.

The 48-year-old coach was a Man United player between 2001 and 2006. He won a Premier League title and a Golden Boot. He scored 150 goals in 219 appearances before joining Real Madrid.

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Garnacho shares moment with fan

YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Garnacho shared an adorable moment with a fan after Man United beat Leicester City on Sunday.

The Argentina winger waved to the fan before entering the pitch and later gave the young fan his jersey and a big hug.

Reason Garnacho didn't celebrate goal

In a related report, YEN.com.gh earlier reported that Garnacho refused to celebrate his goal against Leicester City, and captain Bruno Fernandes explained why.

The Portugal international said the youngster didn't celebrate because he had lost "faith" among some fans.

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