Leicester City appoints Russell Martin as new manager for League One campaign

Yahoo Sports1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 8:55 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Leicester City appoints Russell Martin as new manager for League One campaign
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Leicester City has appointed Russell Martin as their new manager on a three-year contract. Martin, who previously led Southampton to the Premier League in 2024, becomes the Foxes' third permanent manager in under a year following their relegation from the Championship. His tenure at Southampton ended after just four months, adding pressure to his new role. Fans are encouraged to share their thoughts on this hire as Leicester prepares for a challenging season ahead.

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  • Russell Martin signed a three-year contract with Leicester City.
  • This marks Martin's third managerial position in less than a year.
  • He previously secured promotion to the Premier League with Southampton in 2024.
  • Leicester City was relegated from the Championship last season.
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