Conor Coady says internal issues persist at struggling Leicester City

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Last updated Sep 8, 2026

Conor Coady says internal issues persist at struggling Leicester City
Summary

Former defender Conor Coady suggested that Leicester City’s recent struggles stem from deep-rooted issues beyond the manager and playing squad. The club currently sits 18th in League One with five points from five matches following a 4-0 home defeat to Oxford United on Saturday. Coady noted that the club has been in a period of transition for several years, suffering three relegations in the last four seasons. Journalist Rory Smith questioned the lack of a consistent long-term strategy, pointing to the varying styles of recent managers. Manager Russell Martin remains under pressure to secure quick results to meet expectations for an immediate return to higher competition. Ownership has placed the club on the market with an asking price exceeding £200m as the search for stability continues.

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By the Numbers
  • Leicester City occupies 18th place in League One after five matches.
  • Oxford United defeated Leicester 4-0 at the King Power Stadium on Saturday.
  • Owner Khun Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha has listed the club for sale at over £200m.
  • Conor Coady spent two seasons at Leicester before moving to Wrexham.
  • Russell Martin has overseen two wins in seven competitive matches.
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  • 8:42 AMYahoo Sports'Problems run deeper' - Coady on Leicester's woes
  • 8:42 AMBBC Sport'Problems run deeper' - Coady on Leicester crisis
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Former Leicester City defender Conor Coady says the problems at his old club "have got to run deeper" than the manager and players.

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Former Leicester City defender Conor Coady says the problems at his old club "have got to run deeper" than the manager and players.

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