Identified EFL Chief With Potential to Secure Promotion as Potential Successor for Leicester Management Role
Spicing Up the Foxes' Den: Liam Manning on the Radar for Leicester Manager's Role
Rumors swirl as Liam Manning emerges as a prospective replacement for Ruud van Nistelrooy at Leicester City, we say.
The Foxes find themselves in a precarious position, set to part company with their current manager following their descent from the top-tier.
Van Nistelrooy, who has managed just three victories from his 22 outings in the Premier League since taking the reins in December, expressed a hope to continue leading the squad in Championship next season.
As he put it, "I'm still in the dark. The sooner the better, it's for the best of the club. We've all been eager to know. There are 70 souls at the training ground who are eager to evaluate this season and look forward to the next."
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Amidst these changes, van Nistelrooy may soon find himself on the outs, with Manning becoming a possible contender for the top spot during the offseason.
The Bristol City boss is riding high, having led the Robins into the Championship play-offs for the first time in 17 years.
City pocketed a sixth-place finish in Manning's inaugural season at the helm on the final day of the season. A valiant comeback saw them earn a 2-2 draw against Preston at home.
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Manning's side will face Sheffield United at Ashton Gate on Thursday, with the second leg scheduled for Monday at Bramall Lane. If they can secure victory over the Blades, they'll have a spot in the play-off final, facing either Sunderland or Coventry at the iconic Wembley Stadium on May 24.
Following their stellar result, Manning reflected, "I couldn't ask for anything more, to be honest. I'm exhausted, elated, proud, and stunned. The lads gave it their all for the club."
With a carefree attitude, he quipped, "There's no pressure or high expectations on us. We've just got to go out there, be bold, and enjoy the ride."
City's impressive finish in the second division marks their best showing since their return to the Championship in 2015. The team amassed 68 points, which is the club's second-highest points total in the second tier. Promotion to the Premier League would signify a first for the team since their 4-year stay from 1976 to 1980.
Manning took over at Ashton Gate in November 2023 and has previously held managerial positions with MK Dons and Oxford. At 39, he demonstrates the youthful exuberance and ambition that could breathe new life into Leicester City if given the chance.
- Liam Manning's impressive performance with Bristol City has put him in the running for the manager's role at Premier League team Leicester City.
- Manning led Bristol City to a sixth-place finish in the Championship and a spot in the play-offs, their first such appearance in 17 years.
- If Bristol City can secure victory over Sheffield United, they'll face either Sunderland or Coventry in the play-off final at Wembley Stadium on May 24.
- With Manning's youthful exuberance and ambition, he could bring a fresh perspective to Leicester City should he be given the opportunity to manage the team.
