Following the seismic six-point deduction handed down on February 5, 2026, Leicester City sit 21st in the English Football League Championship. LCFC are clinging to safety by mere goal difference. As interim manager Andy King prepares the squad for tonight's February 10 clash with Southampton, reports from Football Insider suggest Steven Gerrard is a particularly realistic candidate to stabilize the King Power.
Is Steven Gerrard the right man for Leicester City?
First of all, Gerrard's ability to disrupt a monopoly is proven; even if in the Scottish Premiership. On March 7, 2021, he led Rangers to their first title in a decade; finishing the season unbeaten with 102 points and a staggering 25-point lead over ancient rivals Celtic.
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Secondly, the Liverpool icon's defensive organization is elite when given the right tools; a capacity currently lacking on Filbert Way. During that very aforementioned campaign, his Glasgow side conceded only 13 goals in 38 games. That is a poise and system the current Foxes (who have shipped 47 goals in 31 matches this term) desperately require.
Thirdly, Gerrard brings immediate gravitas and top-level experience to a dressing room currently missing influential veterans like Jamie Vardy, Wilfred Ndidi and more. The 45-year-old is widely respected in footballing circles.
Fourthly, a seemingly expert tactical flexibility. Gerrard often utilises a 4-3-3 with 'inside forwards' which could finally unlock the immeasurable potential of Abdul Fatawu, whilst giving Stephy Mavididi a much-needed boost.
More capable than some imagine
Finally, the retired midfielder's recent stint at Al-Ettifaq, which ended on January 30, 2025, saw him maintain a 80.6 per cent pass accuracy. In addition, he improved the club's standing despite a difficult mid-season slump. So he is more organised than certain observers suspect.
Gerrard achieved a career-high 64.8% win rate at Rangers. However, his subsequent move to the Premier League saw his win rate drop to 32.5% across 40 games at Aston Villa. It's a calculated risk for the City hierarchy.