Leicester City have sacked Marti Cifuentes after a disappointing run of results that sees them languishing in 14th place in the Championship.
Cifuentes, who previously managed QPR, was brought in over the summer to replace Ruud van Nistelrooy but has been shown the door following a lacklustre season. His final match at the helm ended in a 2-1 defeat to Oxford United on Saturday.
This marked Leicester’s 11th league loss this season and leaves them 14th in the table, trailing six points behind the playoff spots. The East Midlands club were relegated from the Premier League last season. Fans have been calling for Cifuentes to be sacked in recent weeks following a run of just one win in five league games.
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A statement by the Foxes reads: “We can confirm that Martí Cifuentes has left his position as Leicester City First Team Manager with immediate effect.
Martí took charge of the team in July 2025 and leaves with the thanks of everyone at Leicester City for his professionalism and dedication during his time with us.”
Leicester City Chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha said: “This has been a difficult decision and not one I have taken lightly. I would like to thank Martí for the total commitment he has shown during his time at Leicester City. He gave everything to the role and worked tirelessly to help us achieve our targets.
“However, I believe this is the right step at this time to improve performances and results, and to act in the best interests of Leicester City Football Club. Martí leaves with our thanks and our best wishes for the future.”
Leicester confirmed that first team coach Andy King will take charge of the team on an interim basis as they undertake a process to appoint a permanent manager.
The Foxes are searching for their seventh permanent manager since 2019 when Brendan Rodgers was replaced by Dean Smith.
Leicester have been blighted by financial issues this season and have not spent any money since their relegation. The club are also facing a potential points deduction having been charged for breaching profit and sustainability rules.