Leicester City is nearing an agreement to appoint Russell Martin as their new manager. Martin, who previously managed Southampton to promotion in 2024, has been without a role since his dismissal from Rangers in October. This move comes after Leicester's struggles, including back-to-back relegations and a recent six-point deduction for financial rule violations.
Martin would be Leicester's seventh manager in over three years, following a series of coaching changes since Brendan Rodgers' exit in April 2023. The club's performance under interim management has raised concerns, making this appointment critical for their future stability.