Leicester City’s focus is firmly set on securing their place in the Premier League as they prepare for their return next season.

Enzo Maresca, the team’s manager, has outlined the primary goal for the upcoming campaign, following Leeds’ unexpected loss to QPR that ensured City’s top-flight status. Maresca, however, emphasizes that a revival of the club’s past glory is not on the agenda.

Despite enjoying a successful period in which they clinched the FA Cup, reached a European semi-final, and even won the league title, Maresca acknowledges that those achievements are now distant memories. The priority now is to solidify their position in the Premier League, a daunting task especially with the looming possibility of a points deduction due to a Profit and Sustainability rules breach.

Maresca admits that the financial challenges faced by the club have been demanding, impacting the transfer activities, and potentially leading to player sales as they navigate the PSR regulations. Furthermore, he highlights the difficulty in managing the perceptions within the squad and fanbase, as some still hold onto the belief that Leicester City is above Championship level.

While acknowledging the club’s storied history and accomplishments, Maresca stresses that the present reality requires a shift in mindset. Looking ahead to the next season, the primary objective will not be chasing past glories but rather ensuring Premier League survival and avoiding relegation, a crucial and demanding task for the team and supporters alike.

As the Championship season nears its conclusion, the battle for promotion intensifies, with Ipswich and Leeds vying for automatic promotion while Norwich and West Brom are positioned as favorites for the play-off spots. The competition remains fierce, underscoring the challenges and stakes involved in the race for a Premier League spot.