Leicester are considering hiring Steven Gerrard as their next manager to replace Dean Smith, as Foxes begin rebuild after relegation to the Championship Leicester are weighing up a move for Steven Gerrard to be their next head coach The ex-England star has not been in management since his time at Aston Villa The Foxes are thinking ahead before their Championship season commences Published: 10:10 EDT, 8 June 2023 | Updated: 10:12 EDT, 8 June 2023 Leicester are giving consideration to offering Steven Gerrard a route back into management as they begin the process of rebuilding following their relegation from the Premier League.
Leicester appointed Dean Smith to replace the sacked Brendan Rodgers in April but Smith – who was also in charge at Villa before Gerrard’s appointment – could not lead them to top-flight survival. Steven Gerrard could be on the verge of a return to Premier League management next year
Like Leicester, Leeds have dropped into the Championship and are looking for a new manager following Sam Allardyce’s departure.