Leicester City are reportedly considering former Southampton manager [b]Russell Martin[/b] as a potential successor to embattled current head coach [b]Ruud van Nistelrooy[/b], whose position is under increasing scrutiny.

The Foxes’ board is said to be evaluating options for a managerial change as they prepare for the upcoming season, with pressure mounting due to poor performances in the Premier League.

Van Nistelrooy, who took over in November following the sacking of Steve Cooper, has struggled to revive Leicester’s fortunes. The club has managed just one league victory in 2025, leaving them perilously close to the relegation zone and raising doubts about the Dutchman’s long-term future at the King Power Stadium.

While some board members reportedly retain faith in Van Nistelrooy’s leadership and potential, a growing faction within the club is advocating for a new direction and a more consistent tactical identity.

Russell Martin, 39, has emerged as a strong candidate due to his tactical philosophy and track record with possession-based football. Despite being dismissed by Southampton earlier this season, Martin left a notable impression with his attractive style of play and steady results in the Championship.

His coaching approach has been compared to that of Enzo Maresca, under whom Leicester earned promotion last season. Martin’s principles align with the club’s recent emphasis on controlling games and building from the back—qualities that appeal to key decision-makers at Leicester.

As the club braces for a critical final stretch in the campaign, discussions behind the scenes are intensifying. A potential summer reshuffle appears likely, especially if results don’t improve swiftly under Van Nistelrooy.

Whether Martin becomes the man to lead Leicester into a new era remains to be seen, but he is undoubtedly on the club’s shortlist as they contemplate life beyond the current season.