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Inside Russell Martin’s press conference as Leicester City boss addresses ‘no phone’ rule

Russell Martin was in good spirits in his pre-Luton Town press conference…

By Josh Holland · Leicester Mercury

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 3:04 PM

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Russell Martin explained Leicester City's "no phone" rule in the canteen, stating it promotes conversation and eye contact.
The phone ban applies to first-team staff, academy coaches, and players, with Martin noting only the owner is exempt.
Martin expressed high praise for Luton Town manager Jack Wilshere ahead of their upcoming touchline meeting.

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Leicester City manager Russell Martin addressed the club's "no phone" rule in his pre-match press conference ahead of facing Jack Wilshere's Luton Town. Martin explained that banning phones during lunch in the canteen encourages eye contact and conversation, noting the standard was introduced on his first day and applies across the entire club.

Martin also praised Luton head coach Wilshere, recalling facing him during their playing careers and watching him manage Arsenal's youth side. Martin emphasized that accountability, humility, and hard work form the foundation of his cultural standards at Leicester.

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