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Yahoo
7 hours ago
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- Yahoo
Saints rivals Leicester confirm appointment of QPR manager as new boss
Leicester have appointed Marti Cifuentes as their new manager (Image: PA) CHAMPIONSHIP Leicester City have appointed Marti Cifuentes as their new manager, following his departure QPR at the end of last season. The Spaniard has been handed a three-year contract at the King Power Stadium, two weeks after delayed sacking of Ruud van Nistelrooy. Advertisement The 43 year old will be charged with taking the Foxes back to the Premier League following their relegation last season. However, Cifuentes could have to contend with a potential nine points deduction after the club's charge for breaching financial rules. 'It's a great honour to be appointed Leicester City manager,' he said. 'This is a fantastic club with a proud history and it's a privilege to me. '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. 'After speaking with (chairman) Khun Top, I can see the passion that exists here. I'm grateful to him for this opportunity and excited." Advertisement Leicester are expected to be among the teams fighting Saints for promotion to the Premier League, despite their financial difficulties. Cifuentes impressed in his 18-month stint at Loftus Road, where he kept Rangers up and then improved on their league position. The Foxes hierarchy have taken a liking to his style of play – similar to that of former boss Enzo Maresca – and his man-management.
The Hindu
15 hours ago
- Sport
- The Hindu
Who is Marti Cifuentes, Leicester City's new manager?
Leicester City has appointed Spanish coach Marti Cifuentes as its new manager, the former Premier League champion announced on Tuesday. The 43-year-old joins the Foxes on a three-year contract. Cifuentes will be joined by Xavi Calm as his assistant manager. Calm worked alongside him in his previous role at Queens Park Rangers (QPR) in the Championship. He arrives following a spell at QPR, where he took over in October 2023, guiding the London side from the Championship relegation zone to an 18th-place finish with five wins in the final eight games. Prior to moving to England, the Catalonia-born coach worked with Hammarby IF in Sweden, leading it to a Swedish Cup final and European qualification, and with Sandefjord in Norway. Cifuentes succeeds Ruud van Nistelrooy, who parted ways with club last month after the Dutchman failed to prevent Leicester from getting relegated to the Championship. The side finished 18th with 25 points at the end of the 2024-25 season. Related Topics Leicester City
United News of India
16 hours ago
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- United News of India
Cifuentes confirmed as Leicester manager
London, July 15 (UNI) Leicester City have named former Queens Park Rangers head coach Marti Cifuentes as their new manager on a three-year deal. The 43-year-old Spaniard replaces Ruud van Nistelrooy at the Foxes' helm with less than a month until the season starts. Cifuentes takes charge of a Leicester side that finds itself in the Championship for the second time in three years, having been immediately relegated from the Premier League after going up as second-tier title winners under Enzo Maresca in 2024. Cifuentes now joins Maresca, who left Leicester after promotion to take the job at Chelsea, as one of the six permanent managers the Foxes have had in just over two years. Just as the Italian was tasked with returning the East Midlands club to the top flight during his tenure, promotion will also be expected of Cifuentes. In his time at QPR, the Spaniard oversaw 18th and 15th-placed finishes. Leicester say they feel the Spaniard will bring "a modern, progressive footballing philosophy" to the club, while chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha says that Cifuentes "is an excellent fit", according to a BBC news. "We felt strongly that bringing him to the club would help us to create the success we all want in the years ahead," Srivaddhanaprabha added. Cifuentes took charge of QPR when they were second-from-bottom in the Championship in October 2023 and escaping relegation was first asked of him at Loftus Road. His latest campaign ended with him on gardening leave after the Hoops suffered a 5-0 defeat by already-promoted Burnley in April. UNI BM
The Irish Sun
17 hours ago
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Leicester finally appoint manager to replace sacked Ruud van Nistelrooy as Foxes hire ex-Championship boss
LEICESTER CITY have finally appointed Marti Cifuentes as their new manager. SunSport first revealed that the Spaniard was 2 Marti Cifuentes is the new manager of Leicester City Credit: Getty 2 He has replaced Ruud van Nistelrooy in the dugout Credit: Getty Cifuentes, 43, has signed a three-year deal to take the reins at the King Power Stadium. He arrived as the replacement for Ruud van Nistelrooy, who left following the club's relegation from the Premier League. He left his previous side, QPR, in June and was put on gardening leave by the club as part of his exit agreement. His exit from Loftus Road came just months after signing a long-term contract with the club. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL To make the move to the East Midlands, a £500,000 compensation fee has had to be paid to QPR. He had taken charge of 83 games as R's boss, winning 29, drawing 23 and losing 31. 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. Most read in Football CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "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." Jamie Vardy reveals best XI he's played with at Leicester with huge snub to England stars and entire current squad Cifuentes will be joined by assistant manager Xavi Calm, who had worked alongside him at QPR. Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha has hailed the arrival of the new manager. He has insisted that Cifuentes can help the club have success throughout his contract. He 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." More to follow... THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video . Like us on Facebook at
Scottish Sun
17 hours ago
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- Scottish Sun
Leicester finally appoint manager to replace sacked Ruud van Nistelrooy as Foxes hire ex-Championship boss
He will try to guide the team back to the Premier League Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) LEICESTER CITY have finally appointed Marti Cifuentes as their new manager. SunSport first revealed that the Spaniard was wanted by the Foxes earlier this month. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Marti Cifuentes is the new manager of Leicester City Credit: Getty 2 He has replaced Ruud van Nistelrooy in the dugout Credit: Getty Cifuentes, 43, has signed a three-year deal to take the reins at the King Power Stadium. He arrived as the replacement for Ruud van Nistelrooy, who left following the club's relegation from the Premier League. He left his previous side, QPR, in June and was put on gardening leave by the club as part of his exit agreement. His exit from Loftus Road came just months after signing a long-term contract with the club. READ MORE ON FOOTBALL SPURRED ON Championship club confirm plans for 60,000 stadium with feature used by Spurs To make the move to the East Midlands, a £500,000 compensation fee has had to be paid to QPR. He had taken charge of 83 games as R's boss, winning 29, drawing 23 and losing 31. 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. CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS "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." Jamie Vardy reveals best XI he's played with at Leicester with huge snub to England stars and entire current squad Cifuentes will be joined by assistant manager Xavi Calm, who had worked alongside him at QPR. Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha has hailed the arrival of the new manager. He has insisted that Cifuentes can help the club have success throughout his contract. He 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." More to follow... THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY.. The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see us on Facebook at and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball.
