Leicester City Appoint Steve Cooper As New Manager

Cooper has agreed a three-year contract at the King Power Stadium to replace Enzo Maresca, who left to join Chelsea earlier this month.

Maresca had guided Leicester back into the top flight at the first time of asking following their relegation from the Premier League in the 2022/2023 season.

Cooper had been out of work since he was sacked by Forest in December 2023, with the club just outside the relegation zone.

"I am really excited and proud to be appointed Leicester City's First Team Manager," Cooper said. 

"This is a fantastic club with a rich history and passionate supporters.

"I am excited to work with such a talented squad and I'm looking forward to the challenge of achieving our shared ambitions in the Premier League."

In an open letter to the fans, he added: "Any person who loves football can only look with great respect upon how much this club has achieved in recent years.

"The Premier League title of 2016 and the FA Cup of 2021 have demonstrated what's possible for a united club. As the new manager, I don’t take that legacy lightly.

"My job will be to build on those achievements and to bring everyone along – players, staff and fans. Great challenges lie ahead, but I get the feeling that Leicester thrives in these moments. I know we will be ready."

Cooper's first competitive game in charge of Leicester will come against Tottenham Hotspurs on the opening weekend of the Premier League.