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

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.

Leicester City are said to have shown an interest in versatile Hoffenheim attacker Marius Bulter ahead of Monday’s transfer deadline. However, the Foxes’ hopes of securing a deal for the 31-year-old have seemingly been thwarted. The player has reportedly taken a firm stance when it comes to any potential suitors trying to snap him up.

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