AdminGary Rowett must soon begin to justify his standing as a manager capable of steering clubs through troubled waters, or Leicester City risk sliding into League One on his watch.
The 52-year-old performed admirably in preserving Oxford United’s status last season, securing nine wins from 25 matches against the odds. However, he has yet to replicate that resilience at the King Power Stadium.
Just one win from his opening nine games paints a concerning picture, and the weight of the situation is unlikely to be lost on a man who once called Leicester his home as a player.
There is a growing sense that the squad’s mentality may be too fragile to mount a sustained fight. Nevertheless, Rowett retains options ahead of Swansea City’s visit this weekend.
Jordan Ayew could be handed a starting role after an energetic display against Sheffield Wednesday, where he struck a fine equaliser and nearly added another.
Deployed in a more advanced position, he could combine effectively with Patson Daka, particularly with Jordan James still sidelined.
Defensively, Jannik Vestergaard may also return, his physical presence offering much-needed solidity.
Rowett might also look towards Dujuan Richards, who has featured only briefly since arriving on loan.
Though raw, his recent cameo suggested promise, and greater involvement could yet provide Leicester with a different attacking dimension at a critical stage.
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