On Thursday, Leicester City will be legally accepted to the Premier League, putting the team in a difficult position.
The Foxes will be allowed to return to the top flight of English football, but they won’t be informed of their operating conditions until the following season. And that, along with former manager Enzo Maresca’s abrupt switch to Chelsea, has put the east Midlands team in a difficult situation.
The Italian’s choice to leave for the bright lights of the city has raised the number of unresolved problems that are threatening Leicester’s ascent. The elimination of video assistant refereeing and the possible implementation of a salary cap will dominate news coverage at the Premier League’s annual general meeting.
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Amidst the ongoing confusion, decision-makers are grappling with how to navigate the upcoming season for Leicester City. The club had previously embraced a progressive style of football, leading Todd Boehly & Co. to opt for former Juventus star Maresca. Now, they must determine whether to persist with this strategy, possibly leaning towards appointing someone like former Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper. Alternatively, Leicester may seek an experienced manager to guide them through uncertain times.
An independent commission will establish the deadline by which the club can expect to learn if it faces charges for violating Premier League regulations. Should a points deduction be imposed, the pool of potential candidates willing to undertake the challenge will likely shrink significantly.
