Foxes boss signs contract until 2025
Leicester City FC manager Brendan Rodgers has signed a new contract with the club, ending the speculation linking him with the vacant Arsenal job.
Rodgers joined the Foxes in February and has overseen their impressive rise back to the higher echelons of the Premier League.
His named had been widely linked with Arsenal following the departure of Unai Emery last week, but Rodgers has committed his future to the former Premier League champions, signing a contract that will keep him at the King Power Stadium until June 2025.
Leicester City chairman Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha said: “Brendan’s qualities as a coach are well-known and evident in the way he has sought to unlock the potential in every member of our exciting young squad.
“But just as important to us is the suitability of Brendan’s wider philosophy to the club’s established culture and values. He and his staff immersed themselves immediately, building an understanding for the club and the city and an appreciation for what makes them special.
“That has been a valuable combination over the last nine months – strengthening the bond between our players, staff and supporters – and I’m excited to see how it can continue to enhance our long-term vision for the club.”
Rodgers added: “When I made the decision to come to Leicester City, it was because I was excited about the direction the club was taking and how I could apply my experience to the journey. I came here with a purpose to add something to that and to help the club build for the future.
“The support I have had from the chairman, Khun Top; from the chief executive, Susan Whelan; from the director of football, Jon Rudkin; and from everyone at the club has been amazing. I’ve inherited an outstanding team of staff that are dedicated to progress and improvement and we have a group of players that are a joy to work with every day.
“And to the club’s supporters, I can only say thank you for welcoming me and my staff into your club and for putting your faith in our work. We’ll continue to work together to bring success to Leicester City for many years to come.”
Leicester currently sit second in the Premier League table.
