Who’s to blame for Leicester relegation? Part 8: strikers

Kelechi Iheanacho – Games (35) – Goals (8)

The lack of despair and tears at the final whistle against West Ham United disappointed many Leicester City fans. Something some of the players have failed to grasp this season is that apathy bleeds from the pitch into the stands. The final interview of the season for the Nigerian international striker gave Leicester fans hope that someone might still care about our club. Iheanacho has been one of the few consistent sparks at the club and his all-round game is showing real signs of potential. Excellent first touches, strong hold-up play, and quality finishing were seen more often.

Curiously Brendan Rodgers felt that only one start for Iheanacho was suitable in the run-up to the World Cup. Obviously, he scored in that game. The next time he started a Premier League match he scored once and assisted twice at Villa Park, a place he loves playing. The following game heralded a goal and an assist against Spurs. He’s not a perfect player by any means but he is a dangerman and makes things happen.

But then the bad form settled in and he pulled in some poor displays, particularly Southampton away where he fluffed a hat trick of easy chances. A few goals followed but injury ruled him out of much of the run-in. With his eyes welling up in his final interview, it does seem like Iheanacho cares about City, where he’s been for six years. The new manager needs to find a way of convincing Iheanacho he is integral to the starting 11, otherwise he’ll be another out of the door with a contract expiring next season.

Who should Leicester City supporters blame?

We’ve all got our own version of events and who should shoulder the most blame, whoever you blame make sure you move on from it quickly and pray that the club finds the answers. If I’m writing a similar series of articles next season, something has gone drastically wrong – or more so!