Russell Martin linked to Leicester City managerial role amid squad overhaul

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Last updated Jun 10, 2026

Russell Martin linked to Leicester City managerial role amid squad overhaul
Summary

Russell Martin is emerging as a candidate for the vacant managerial position at Leicester City, according to BBC Radio Leicester's Owynn Palmer-Atkin. Although comparisons are drawn between Martin and former coach Enzo Maresca, Palmer-Atkin suggests Martin represents a more extreme approach to football. Leicester City faces significant changes with 10 players released this summer, including captain Ricardo Pereira and forwards Jordan Ayew and Patson Daka. A critical managerial appointment is needed to guide the team during this major rebuild and re-establish their presence in the Championship and Premier League.

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  • Martin is considered for Leicester City's top coaching role.
  • Leicester released 10 players this summer, including key forwards.
  • Martin's style may differ significantly from Maresca's possession-based approach.
  • The club seeks to rebuild properly to return to higher leagues.
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  • 4:29 PMYahoo SportsIs Martin a more extreme version of Maresca?
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BBC Radio Leicester's Owynn Palmer-Atkin dissects the links between Russell Martin and the vacant managerial role at Leicester City.

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