AdminJamie Vardy believes Leicester City have made the best appointment available to them after the club confirmed Russell Martin as their new manager.
The former Foxes captain was asked for his thoughts on Martin’s arrival and gave a measured assessment of the decision, pointing to Leicester’s current situation following their return to the Championship.
Vardy, who spent more than a decade at the King Power Stadium and played a key role in the club’s greatest successes, suggested the club had to be realistic when considering potential candidates for the job.
Speaking about the appointment, he said:
‘At the end of the day, I think you have to look at where Leicester are (and) what league they’re in’
The striker’s comments reflect the challenges Leicester face as they look to rebuild and secure an immediate return to the Premier League.
Martin arrives with a reputation for implementing an attractive, possession-based style of football and will be tasked with guiding the Foxes through what is expected to be a highly competitive Championship campaign.
Vardy also appeared to back the club’s decision to hand Martin the role, adding:
‘Is it probably the best they could have got? Yes’
The endorsement from one of Leicester’s most iconic figures will be welcomed by supporters, many of whom are eager to see the club move forward after a disappointing season. Martin now faces the challenge of turning that optimism into results on the pitch.
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