Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy has blamed Ruud van Nistelrooy for Leicester City’s poor run of form.
Leicester have struggled badly in the Premier League and found themselves facing a serious battle to avoid relegation.
The Foxes have endured a difficult campaign despite appointing Van Nistelrooy to help improve their fortunes.
Murphy believes the manager must take responsibility for some of the problems affecting the team.
Leicester have struggled to produce consistent performances and have frequently failed to convert opportunities into goals.
Their defensive problems have also contributed to a disappointing run of results.
The club’s situation has become increasingly worrying as the season approaches its decisive stage.
Van Nistelrooy was expected to bring stability after taking charge but Leicester have continued to struggle.
Murphy believes changes are required if the club are to have any realistic chance of surviving in the Premier League.
The players will also need to accept responsibility and improve their performances.
Leicester cannot afford many more defeats if they want to escape the relegation zone.
Van Nistelrooy will therefore face increasing pressure during the remaining fixtures.
