Ten years after their historic Premier League triumph, Leicester City find themselves preparing for life in League One. Following a disastrous season defined by a points deduction and a total lack of momentum, the club is already searching for a new leader to replace Gary Rowett.
The Foxes have not won a match since March 10, 2026, when a 2-0 victory against Bristol City offered a fleeting hope of survival. That hope vanished quickly as a seven-game winless streak, consisting of three losses and four draws, cemented their fall to the third tier before the season even concluded.
Gary Rowett: The End of the Road?
It is widely anticipated that Gary Rowett will be dismissed once the season ends. Tasked with saving the club in just 14 games, Rowett managed only a single victory, a record that makes a compelling case for his departure.
Speaking to the BBC, Rowett remained professional about his precarious position:
“I’m not going to sit here and try to put pressure on anyone. I’ve managed more than 600 games. If the club decide they want that type of manager moving forward, that’s up to them. I’d also understand if they see it as a fresh start and a fresh opportunity to go in a different direction.”
While Rowett expressed a willingness to stay, the board appears ready to pivot toward a new era.
Dick Schreuder Emerges as Top Target
Leicester’s leadership is not waiting for Rowett’s official exit to begin their recruitment process. Reports from Alan Nixon suggest that Dick Schreuder has been identified as a primary candidate for the vacancy.
The 54-year-old Dutchman is currently enjoying a stellar campaign in the Eredivisie. His side sits in third place, trailing only PSV and Feyenoord while remarkably outperforming Ajax. Despite the drop in divisions, the Leicester board believes the club’s stature remains high enough to lure Schreuder back to English football.Analysis: A Calculated Risk for the Foxes?
Dick Schreuder possesses an undeniable pedigree in European coaching, but the transition from the Dutch top flight to the physical demands of League One is a significant leap.
Pros of Schreuder Potential Challenges Proven success in a major European league No experience in the English third tier Tactical sophistication High pressure to achieve immediate promotion Outperforming giants like Ajax Adapting to the EFL’s grueling schedule While the tactical gulf between the Eredivisie and League One is vast, the prestige of Leicester City and the pull of the English game may be enough to convince Schreuder to lead the club’s rebuild.