Mostly, every informed and plugged-in member of Leicester City's Blue Army support did not want appointed Russell Martin to begin with. While analysts like ourselves attempted to reflect a balanced view, highlighting the Brighton-born boss's few positive points against the negative, the appointment definitely had disaster written all over it.
Admittedly, Foxes of Leicester probably should have been more adamantly against the 40-year-old being hired. Ironically, Martin had a successful preseason; much of the optimism, which is dissipating fast, was derived from offseason buoyancy.
Nevertheless, the former MK Dons, Swansea City, Southampton and Rangers manager is losing the faith of the Foxes faithful even faster. Gers supporters have warned LCFC followers of the hell to come, as this outlet puts it.
Buzzwords and spiritualism are not going to get City any points at all. But, after an away draw to the historically lowly Notts County, and then loss to the even more insignificant Burton Albion at King Power Stadium - is Martin's job in jeopardy?
Is Russell Martin at risk of Leicester City sack?
Probably not yet, according to this report. Several key factors explain why no immediate exit looks likely, despite extreme early-season struggles.
The Premier League generally always has a 'Next manager to leave' market; where bookmakers have already priced several candidates. However, there is currently no UK betting market covering Martin's Leicester future; unsurprisingly after a mere two fixtures.
"Martin has only managed two competitive games and signed a three-year contract in June, so bookmakers are likely to wait for a longer run of results or a more significant development before putting odds on his departure."Free Bets
The Foxes gaffer signed a three-year contract in June, so bookmakers won't jump the gun before creating odds on a potential sacking. The LE2 outfit's own financial situation also makes any swift dismissal financially impractical.
With minimal funding and the reported possibility of administration, paying off a manager only weeks into a new tenure would be an expensive decision. LCFC remain up for sale with significant wage-bill cuts already made, leaving little room for costly severance packages.
"With the possibility of administration and an automatic 12-point deduction having been discussed, paying off a manager only weeks into a three-year contract would be an expensive decision for a club already under financial pressure."
For now, then, Martin retains the security of his contract and the lack of external market pressure. But as results continue to fall short, that breathing room could vanish as quickly - similarly to preseason hope.
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