AdminLeicester City have finally ended their search for a new manager, with Russell Martin taking charge at the King Power Stadium ahead of the 2026/27 campaign.
Unlike last summer, when Marti Cifuentes arrived late in the process, Martin has the benefit of a full pre-season to assess his squad and implement his ideas.
That alone will be welcomed by supporters eager to see the club move forward after another turbulent period.
The appointment comes shortly after Leicester confirmed the departures of former Foxes manager Gary Rowett and assistant coach Callum Davidson, both of whom had been involved with the first-team set-up.
Martin’s arrival has divided opinion among the fanbase. Some supporters remain unconvinced, particularly given the club hierarchy’s continued tendency to recruit figures with Southampton connections.
His difficult spell in the Premier League with Southampton remains a concern for many, while his short-lived time at Rangers also attracted criticism.
However, the 40-year-old has made it clear what he expects from his players and the style of football he wants to see.
“It’s to be aggressive, with and without the ball, to dominate as much as we can, and to be exciting, to be attacking, to want to score, to have desire to score, desire to defend.
It’s very much going to be about spirit, about a team fighting for each other and for the people in the stands.
“We have to build that first, to be really competitive, to work more than anyone else, to work so hard for what we’re going to try and achieve.”
Martin now faces the task of restoring pride, identity and belief at Leicester City.
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