Leicester City have faced a tough return to Premier League life, with only two wins in their first 11 games, leaving them precariously close to the relegation zone.
Leicester City’s defeat to Manchester United was the breaking point for many fans, with calls for Steve Cooper’s sacking growing louder. Despite fan frustration, the club’s ownership appears willing to give Cooper more time over the festive period to turn things around, a decision that hasn’t sat well with supporters. In fact, some fans have voiced fresh concerns about the former Nottingham Forest manager’s future at the club.
Leicester fans have taken to X (formerly Twitter) to express their frustration with Steve Cooper, even claiming that former manager Claude Puel was better suited for the job.
In a surprising twist, one Leicester fan has claimed that Claude Puel was a better manager than Steve Cooper, with many supporters agreeing. This comes despite the fact that Puel faced protests and criticism during his time at the club.
Leicester fans on X (formerly Twitter) have been openly critical of Steve Cooper, with some even suggesting that Claude Puel was a better option. One user, Deanobt, argued that while Puel’s football was “boring,” he had a clear philosophy and successfully transitioned the team to a more possession-based style, laying the foundations for future managers like Rodgers. Others joined in, with @MaxwellD_ claiming they would “take him back in a heartbeat” and @ChuluKatagiri agreeing that Puel was “definitely better.” @SeanFromEnderby summed it up, commenting, “There is Puel nostalgia… that’s how bad it is.”
Leicester fan @Shug96 shared a candid opinion on X, saying, “I enjoyed watching Pearson’s Leicester in the Prem, even when we couldn’t buy a win. I didn’t enjoy watching Puel’s Leicester, but I appreciated the challenges of trying to implement a new style to take us forward. I don’t enjoy watching or understanding Cooper’s approach.” This highlights the growing dissatisfaction among fans with Steve Cooper’s methods, even in comparison to Claude Puel’s tenure.
If Leicester City do decide to part ways with Steve Cooper, many fans are calling for the club to pursue Graham Potter as his replacement. The former Brighton and Chelsea manager, currently available, wouldn’t require a buyout, making him an attractive option. Potter is known for his ability to build long-term projects and implement a possession-based style, which many feel would suit Leicester’s squad far better than Cooper’s more pragmatic approach. With crucial weeks ahead, the Foxes’ next managerial decision could define their season.