Leicester CFO and sporting director discuss club's struggles and openness
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 6:40 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Leicester City's Chief Football Officer Jon Rudkin and Sporting Director James McCarron addressed the media following the club's poor start in League One, where they sit in 17th place with only two wins. After a recent defeat to Peterborough United, Rudkin acknowledged the need for accountability and rebuilding relationships with fans. McCarron emphasized the importance of a clear playing style and the club's ambition to return to the Premier League. Both executives expressed a commitment to improving the club's fortunes amid ongoing challenges.
- •Leicester City currently in 17th place in League One.
- •Jon Rudkin admits accountability for poor recruitment.
- •James McCarron supports manager Russell Martin's approach.
- •Rudkin and McCarron aim to improve fan relations.
- •Club intends to focus on long-term plans for promotion.
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"Leicester City's start to life in League One has fallen far below expectations. After a defeat to Peterborough United, they fell to 17th place, having won just two games. Plenty of the frustration over the last few years has been directed towards Chief Football Officer Jon Rudkin. He doesn't normally do interviews, but both he …
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