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‘Top six by January’ – Leicester City told who to appoint if Russell Martin is sacked

Russell Martin and Leicester City have endured a slow start to the 2026/27 League One season

By Josh Holland · Leicester Mercury

Published: Thursday, 15 October 2026 at 2:00 PM

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Darragh MacAnthony suggested Darren Ferguson could lead Leicester City into the top six by January if Russell Martin leaves.
Leicester City currently sit 17th in League One, just one point above the relegation zone.
Martin faces mounting pressure ahead of Leicester's home fixture against Doncaster Rovers.

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Peterborough United chairman Darragh MacAnthony suggested Darren Ferguson as an ideal replacement for Russell Martin if Leicester City decide to change managers. Speaking on his Hard Truths Football Podcast following Peterborough's victory over Leicester, MacAnthony claimed that Ferguson could guide the squad into League One's top six by January.

Leicester currently sit 17th in League One following their recent loss, placing Martin under increasing scrutiny ahead of their upcoming fixture against Doncaster Rovers. Despite recommending Ferguson, MacAnthony still backed Martin to potentially turn results around given the club's squad and resources.

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‘Top six by January’ – Leicester City told who to appoint if Russell Martin is sacked

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