New Leicester City manager appointed

He will start in the role immediately.

Leicester City Football Club has appointed a new first-team manager. 

His most recent experience was as manager of Queens Park Rangers, and he has also coached in Spain, the Netherlands and Scandinavia.

Leicester City Manager Martí Cifuentes said: “It’s a great honour to be appointed Leicester City Manager. This is a fantastic Club with a proud history and it’s a privilege to me to be asked to help write the next chapter. I’m looking forward to getting to know the players, as well as connecting with our supporters and the city in the weeks and months ahead. I can see the passion that exists here, and I’m excited to begin this journey together.”

Martí will be joined by Assistant Manager, Xavi Calm, 43, who worked alongside him in his previous role at Queens Park Rangers in the Championship.

Leicester City Chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha said:“We’re delighted to welcome Martí to Leicester City. His energy, ambition and clarity of ideas stood out throughout the recruitment process. We felt strongly that bringing him to the Club would help us to create the success we all want in the years ahead. Martí is an excellent fit for our Football Club - his personal and coaching qualities will be vital to building an identity our fans will be able to see reflected in their team on the pitch.”

Martí will begin work immediately as preparations for the championship season continue.