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How Leicester City defence should line up after Wout Faes exit as big decision awaits

Russell Martin needs to discover his preferred defence when Leicester City return to action

By Josh Holland · Leicester Mercury

Published: Tuesday, 29 September 2026 at 8:52 AM

Key Things to Know

Wout Faes left Leicester City on a permanent transfer to UAE Pro League side Shabab Al-Ahli.
Manager Russell Martin must determine his primary centre-back pairing following Faes' departure.
Leicester City defender Ben Nelson remains unavailable due to a long-term injury.

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Wout Faes has completed a permanent transfer away from Leicester City, ending his four-year tenure to join UAE Pro League club Shabab Al-Ahli. The Belgian defender's departure leaves manager Russell Martin looking to settle on a primary central-defensive pairing as Leicester City prepares to resume League One action following the international break.

With Ben Nelson sidelined by a long-term injury, Martin has utilized several combinations including Harry Souttar, Caleb Okoli, Luke Thomas, and summer arrival Warren O'Hora. Young signing Ilari Kangasniemi also provides depth as Leicester heads into a busy seven-game schedule throughout October.

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