In a written statement from PSV, the former striker, who scored 62 goals in 67 games for PSV between 1998-2001, “It was always my dream to be a coach in PSV.” used the phrase.
Ruud van Nistelrooy will replace manager Roger Schmidt, who will step down when his contract expires at the end of the season.
Ruud van Nistelrooy also played for Real Madrid and Manchester United in his football career.