LEICESTER CITY have finally appointed Marti Cifuentes as their new manager.
SunSport first revealed that the Spaniard was wanted by the Foxes earlier this month.
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Cifuentes, 43, has signed a three-year deal to take the reins at the King Power Stadium.
He arrived as the replacement for Ruud van Nistelrooy, who left following the club’s relegation from the Premier League.
The Dutchman’s exit came a whole 34 DAYS after the end of the season, despite him having only four wins in 25 league games during his tenure.
He was put on gardening leave in April by his previous side, QPR, as part of his agreement to leave the club.
His exit from Loftus Road came just months after signing a long-term contract with the club.
To make the move to the East Midlands, a £500,000 compensation fee has had to be paid to QPR.
The Catalan-born coach had taken charge of 83 games as R’s boss, winning 29, drawing 23 and losing 31.
Cifuentes said: “It’s a great honour to be appointed Leicester City manager.
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“This is a fantastic club with a proud history and it’s a privilege to me to be asked to help write the next chapter.
“I’m looking forward to getting to know the players, as well as connecting with our supporters and the city in the weeks and months ahead.
“I can see the passion that exists here, and I’m excited to begin this journey together.”
Cifuentes will be joined by assistant manager Xavi Calm, who had worked alongside him at QPR.
Leicester chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha has hailed the arrival of the new manager.
He has insisted that Cifuentes can help the club have success throughout his contract.
He said: “We’re delighted to welcome Martí to Leicester City.
Cifuentes’ managieral pathway
Here is a look at the managerial pathway of Marti Cifuentes…
Rubi, 2013-2014
Sant Andreau – 2014
Hospitalet – 2015-2016
Sandefjord – 2018-2020
AaB – 2021-2022
Hammarby IF – 2022-2023
Queens Park Rangers – 2023-2025
Leicester City – 2025-present
“His energy, ambition and clarity of ideas stood out throughout the recruitment process.
“We felt strongly that bringing him to the club would help us to create the success we all want in the years ahead.
“Martí is an excellent fit for our football club – his personal and coaching qualities will be vital to building an identity our fans will be able to see reflected in their team on the pitch.”
Cifuentes initially took charge of QPR back in 2023 and helped the club stay in the Championship.
He has previously managed in Sweden, leading Hammarby IF to the Swedish Cup.
His first competitive match as Foxes manager will come against Sheffield Wednesday on August 10.
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