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Russell Martin confirms Conor Chaplin injury boost as Leicester City update given

Conor Chaplin has missed the last seven Leicester City games

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 12:20 PM
Russell Martin confirms Conor Chaplin injury boost as Leicester City update given
Key Things to Know
  • Russell Martin confirmed that Conor Chaplin will return to Leicester City's squad against Doncaster.
  • Chaplin has missed the previous seven matches after sustaining an injury against MK Dons in August.
  • Leicester City is assessing Will Smallbone and Christian McFarlane for potential returns, while Jayden Joseph remains out.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Leicester City manager Russell Martin has confirmed that attacker Conor Chaplin will return to the squad for their upcoming match against Doncaster. The 29-year-old has missed the last seven matches due to an injury sustained against MK Dons in late August, but Martin emphasized his leadership value as a key asset for the team.

Martin also provided updates on several other squad members, revealing that midfielder Will Smallbone and left-back Christian McFarlane are being assessed for potential returns, while Jayden Joseph remains sidelined. Currently sitting 17th in League One and just one point above the relegation zone, Leicester aims to secure its third league win of the season.

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