Russell Martin has named a new-look Leicester City squad after a busy summer transfer window that reshaped the King Power Stadium roster. The Leicester City manager oversaw the arrival of fourteen new faces, with the summer window closing as the club prepares for a important home fixtures against Oxford United on Saturday. Will Alves and Harry Howell scored in a 2-0 midweek win over Plymouth Argyle, providing a timely glimpse of progress under the new regime, which can be tracked on our stats page.
What the summer window means for Leicester City's promotion bid
Russell Martin, 40, expressed satisfaction with the work behind the scenes as the summer window closed. Leicester emerged as the preferred destination despite interest from higher-level clubs, a decision that shaped the recruitment strategy. The manager noted that personality was a major factor in the new arrivals, with the squad built not only on technical ability but on the right mentality for the Championship challenge, as reflected in the current standings.
Who are the new faces at King Power Stadium
The summer business brought a mix of experience and youth to Leicester City. John Lundstram arrived on a two-year deal after leaving Turkish Süper Lig side Trabzonspor, bringing knowhow of four promotions and major honours won during his time in Scotland. Warren O'Hora joined from Hibernian on a three-year deal, having experience of domestic and European football. Ilari Kangasniemi signed a five-year deal and stands at 6ft 6in, while 19-year-old defender Kamari Doyle joined on a season-long loan from Brighton & Hove Albion, and fans can check for any injuries to the new players.
Attacking options lead the new arrivals
Emil Riis arrived as a headline addition up front, bringing a record of 12 goals last season as Bristol City's 25/26 leading scorer. The Danish forward said, "The aim is to get promoted." Conor Chaplin arrived in mid-July, bringing experience of three promotions with Ipswich Town, while Wes Burns contributed to that rise and is a former team-mate of Chaplin. Liam Cullen was another addition to the attacking options.
Defensive and goalkeeping reinforcements
Admir Bristric joined on a permanent move on a four-year contract, having represented Bosnia and Herzegovina at youth international level. Alex McCarthy and Franco Ravizzoli have both arrived to bolster the goalkeeping department, providing competition and depth between the sticks. Tommy Watson and Harry Howell arrived from Brighton & Hove Albion, with Howell opening his Leicester City account with a goal against Plymouth Argyle, and fans can view the stats for these new players.
Oxford United visit King Power Stadium on Saturday
Tuesday's victory provided a timely boost before the next challenge. Oxford United will visit King Power Stadium on Saturday at 3pm BST kick-off, with the visitors sitting 15th in the table, and Leicester City currently sitting 13th in League One, with 5 points from 4 games and recent form WDLD, as shown on the standings page. The goal difference stands at +1 after 4 scored and 3 conceded. The Foxes are 5 points behind leaders Huddersfield Town in the early title race, and the full fixtures list is available.
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