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Five free agents City can sign to solve Russell Martin’s problem position

Leicester City have been blighted by defensive issues this season and need to tighten up if they want to earn promotion from League One and the free agent pool could prove to be useful…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 7:00 AM
Five free agents City can sign to solve Russell Martin’s problem position
Key Things to Know
  • Writer Daniel Orme highlights five free-agent defenders Leicester City could sign to fix defensive issues.
  • Potential targets could join the club on free transfers before the January transfer window opens.
  • City previously utilized the free-agent market this season to recruit Dai Cornell and Will Smallbone.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Daniel Orme suggests five unattached defenders Leicester City could target on free transfers to strengthen manager Russell Martin's leaky backline. The club still holds squad space to make additions before the January transfer window, having already signed Dai Cornell and Will Smallbone.

The proposed options include former Brighton centre-back Adam Webster and ex-Celta Vigo defender Joseph Aidoo. The writer also highlights versatile full-back Dexter Lembikisa, former AC Milan defender Fodé Ballo-Touré, and ex-Hellas Verona right-back Pol Lirola as potential targets.

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