Ruud van Nistelrooij has announced on Wednesday morning that he has stepped down as head coach of PSV. After several discussions about internal affairs the past few days, the board of directors had a meeting with Van Nistelrooij on Tuesday evening. It was decided to keep the focus on next Sunday’s match against AZ in Alkmaar, with further talks to be held after the final day of the season.
On Wednesday morning, Van Nistelrooij told the first-team squad and coaching staff that he would be stepping down with immediate effect, due to a lack of support within the club. At the request of the board, Fred Rutten will now take charge of the AZ game on Sunday.
PSV regrets Van Nistelrooij’s decision and are thankful he has won this season’s Johan Cruyff Shield and TOTO KNVB Cup and hope to finish the current season in second place.