Leicester City are under intense pressure to secure a new manager as they prepare for a crucial Premier League clash against Brentford on Saturday.
The Foxes, battling to stay out of the relegation zone, face the daunting prospect of heading into the match without a permanent manager following the sacking of Steve Cooper.
With time running out, Leicester are yet to announce a replacement, and the search has already seen setbacks.
Graham Potter and David Moyes have turned down the role, leaving Ruud van Nistelrooy and West Brom’s Carlos Corberan as the leading candidates.
In their statement confirming Cooper’s departure, the Foxes outlined that three members of the coaching staff would oversee the team for the Brentford fixture if a new manager is not appointed in time.
Here’s a closer look at the trio who could guide Leicester at the Gtech Community Stadium.
Ben Dawson
Dawson joined Leicester this summer from Newcastle United, where he was known for his work with academy players.
As head of academy coaching and later first-team development coach, he was instrumental in helping young talents transition to senior football.
Now tasked with aiding the senior setup, Dawson could find himself leading the team temporarily on Saturday.
Andrew Hughes
Set-piece specialist Andrew Hughes was considered a key summer signing for Leicester’s coaching staff. A journeyman as a player, Hughes began his coaching career under David Wagner at Norwich City.
He became a first-team coach in May 2023 before joining Leicester with the aim of enhancing their efficiency at set pieces. Hughes, another of Cooper’s recruits, now finds himself potentially managing the team from the touchline.
Danny Alcock
Goalkeeping coach Danny Alcock is a long-time collaborator of Cooper, having worked with him at Nottingham Forest during their promotion campaign.
Alcock, who started his coaching career at Stoke City, has been credited with the impressive form of Leicester goalkeeper Mads Hermansen this season.
Despite Cooper’s dismissal, Alcock has remained at the King Power Stadium and could play a pivotal role in Saturday’s match.
As Leicester continue their managerial search, the trio face a significant challenge in leading the team through a vital fixture, with three points critical to their survival hopes.
