While Leicester City Football Club develops and evolves under manager Marti Cifuentes on the pitch, his group of assistants away from the field of play appears to be unfinished too. However, the work in progress that is the Catalan's backroom staff may now seemingly be complete. That's because the former Queens Park Rangers head coach has added another potentially crucial member to his collective. In this article, we shall explain how and why Javier Ortiz (33) was brought to the East Midlands. What his role could be on Filbert Way. And our general assessment, if applicable, from looking at other insider LCFC organisations and outlets' respective verdicts. Here is the low-down on the new Leicester City goalkeeping coach.
Foxes suffer fourth straight draw
Just very briefly, prior to outlining the newest member of the Leicester family, I just want to talk about the most recent match. City drew with Welsh outfit Wrexham on Tuesday night. A Nathan Broadhead equaliser was telling.
The King Power side should have held out for the victory against the Red Dragons. As a matter of fact, LCFC had plentiful opportunities to have put the fixture to rest beforehand. Cifuentes must put things right with his best XI (this time) in the Swansea City clash.
Things to know about latest Leicester City goalkeeper boss Javier Ortiz
Thankfully, the 43-year-old in charge in LE2 will have some help from a fresh Fox. Only, on this occasion, it's not a new player to utilise. Cifuentes has, obviously, overseen the appointment of Ortiz to his staff. I'm pleased the gaffer has input.
Ortiz's one-time club Sandefjord, from Norway, announced his departure. The young professional coach, at age 33 which is five years younger than Foxes 'keeper Asmir Begovic, said this of his move:
"It’s exciting for me… a big step"LCFC coach, Javier Ortiz
Ortiz worked alongside Cifuentes with the Norwegians. But will also now work with Xavi Calm, Andy King and Andrew Hughes. The former was previously involved with CE L'Hospitalet and Espanyol Youth.