Ruud van Nistelrooy expected more reinforcements to arrive in the winter window but faces trying to stave off relegation with what he has

Under-pressure Leicester manager Ruud van Nistelrooy admits his side shot themselves in the foot with their shambolic start against Everton at Goodison Park. The struggling Foxes conceded to Abdoulaye Doucoure after just 10 seconds – the fourth-fastest goal in Premier League history – and were 2-0 down inside six minutes to the first of Beto’s two goals before half-time.

Talking points from Leicester City's 4-0 defeat to Everton, looking at the performance, the defence, van Nistelrooy's record, the lack of transfers, and the Premier League table

Leicester City boss Ruud van Nistelrooy is ready to make do with his current squad if the club do fail to bring in new recruits - despite being given assurances over the transfer situation

Leicester City suffered a woeful 4-0 defeat to Everton with Ruud van Nistelrooy insistent that his focus is on his current squad ahead of transfer deadline day.

The Leicester City manager was quizzed on transfers with just over 48 hours remaining in the window, and his answers suggested fading hopes of reinforcements for his squad