Marc Albrighton offers support to Leicester City amid relegation battle
Marc Albrighton, a key figure in Leicester City’s remarkable 2015/16 Premier League triumph, has put himself forward to assist his former club in their battle against dropping into League One, reports BritPanorama.
The 35-year-old winger, who retired from professional football in 2024, featured in all 38 league matches during that historic campaign when the Foxes overcame 5,000-1 odds to claim the title. A decade later, Leicester find themselves in dire straits in the Championship, sitting in the relegation zone following a six-point penalty for breaching financial regulations.
With seven games left to play, Gary Rowett’s side trails safety by a single point. Speaking to the Daily Mail, Albrighton drew parallels between Leicester and Manchester United’s relationship with their former players. “People talk about Manchester United and former players at the club who know their DNA, and I feel like there’s something similar at Leicester,” he said.
The winger, who accumulated more than 300 appearances for the Foxes across ten seasons, spoke passionately about the distinctive atmosphere he experienced at the King Power Stadium. “There was a culture there that I’d never seen anywhere else. We all say that if we could have a job at any of our former clubs, we’d choose Leicester,” Albrighton added.
Despite his willingness to contribute, Albrighton revealed that Leicester have not reached out to him since his playing days ended. He contrasted this with the approach taken by Aston Villa, where he began his career and supported as a youngster. “When I finished playing, Aston Villa got in touch with me. I’d played for them and grown up a Villa fan, so I was grateful for the opportunity to go and do some coaching,” he explained.
From the squad that achieved the impossible in 2016, Andy King is the sole member currently working with the first team as a coach. Albrighton witnessed Leicester’s alarming collapse firsthand when they surrendered a 3-0 advantage to lose 4-3 against Southampton at the King Power Stadium. “I felt there was massive fear both on the pitch and in the crowd. I’ve noticed it in quite a few games,” he observed. “The word fearless is part of the club’s identity and it’s important not to forget that.”
Following his loan spell at West Bromwich Albion to conclude his professional career, Albrighton now competes in Baller League for Deportrio alongside former Championship players Marvin Sordell and Martyn Waghorn. Leicester face crucial fixtures against Preston and Sheffield Wednesday after Easter.
In moments like this, both clubs and fans often look back at what made them great. For Leicester, the shadow of that underdog triumph still lingers, reminding everyone of how swiftly fortunes can shift — and how vital it is to embrace a culture of resilience, whatever the odds.
