Leicester City make contact with Wrexham legend about joining Foxes board as Rowett’s replacement

Leicester City have made contact with the Wrexham legend over the possibility of replacing Gary Rowett as manager, according to reports.

Leicester’s relegation to League One brought a somber end to a difficult season and confirmed the decline that had been building for some time.

What once looked like a temporary slump has now been completely reset, with the club dropping into the third tier for the first time since 2008.

This marks a new low point in a tumultuous decade that has seen extreme highs and equally sharp declines.

The danger signs were present throughout the campaign.

Inconsistent performances, defensive issues and a lack of sharpness in key moments meant Leicester struggled to keep pace with their rivals.

As results eroded, so did confidence, and by the time the run-in arrived, the challenge of survival became increasingly difficult. In the end, it turned out that the gap could not be narrowed.

There are rumors that there was a rotten apple in the Leicester dressing room, and some performances, particularly from Harry Winks, have attracted heavy criticism.

The contrast is stark for a club that until recently competed at the top end of English football and famously overturned the odds of winning the Premier League just 10 years ago.

Relegation brings financial pressure, uncertainty over the future of players and the need to rebuild the entire structure.

It also requires a change in mindset.

League One presents a very different challenge. It’s more physical, less predictable, and often unforgiving for teams to adapt to its demands.

This reality means the next steps are important, with one of the biggest decisions facing Leicester being the appointment of a new manager.

With Gary Rowett expected to leave the club following his departure, the club are currently looking for someone to lead their promotion drive and restore stability.

Darren Ferguson has emerged as a likely option.

SportsBoom reports that Leicester are starting to plan for next season and have already made contact with Ferguson.

Early approaches suggest he is firmly on their radar, with clubs looking at candidates who understand the division they are entering.

Sportsboom also stated that members of the Foxes’ board of directors are interested in Ferguson.

Ferguson’s reputation at League One level is well established.

He gained a reputation as a promotion specialist, particularly during his time at Peterborough United. Over multiple periods, he led the club to the championship three times and showed a consistent ability to build a team capable of climbing out of the division.

Such a track record will be attractive to Leicester as they aim for an early return to the second division.

The experience of navigating Ligue 1, rather than simply managing at a high level, could be decisive.

His career as a player should also be considered.

Ferguson, the son of the legendary Sir Alex, spent a significant part of his career at Wrexham, making around 300 appearances for the club. His experience in the lower leagues shaped his understanding of the game at that level, which is often reflected in his managerial style.

Those qualities could be key for Leicester. Clubs need people to build teams, cope with the demands of a long and intense season, and deliver results in difficult environments.

Ligue 1 is rarely easy and adapting quickly is essential.

Financially, the club may also need to be evaluated further. Relegation brings constraints, but Ferguson has shown he can work effectively without relying on a big budget, focusing on structure and efficiency.

He is also currently a free agent.

No final decision has been made and Leicester are expected to consider a number of options before making a nomination. But early contact with Ferguson gives a clear indication of the direction they are headed.