Robert Huth Outlines What’s ‘Very Unlikely’ as He Delivers Verdict on Steve Cooper

Leicester City title-winner Robert Huth has shared his thoughts on the appointment of Steve Cooper as the club’s new manager. Cooper, formerly with Nottingham Forest, has taken over from Enzo Maresca at the King Power Stadium, signing a three-year deal aimed at returning the club to the Premier League following last season’s promotion under Maresca.

“We’ve been looking for a manager for a while, so it’s been dragging on a little bit, especially with pre-season just around the corner. It’s good for everyone to know who’s in charge,” said Huth. “We’ve still got a decent squad – now with a decent manager. So hopefully it will work out.”

Cooper led Forest from the bottom of the Championship to Premier League promotion and secured survival in the top flight in his only full season in charge at the City Ground. Huth believes Cooper’s experience will be crucial for Leicester.

“He’s been there, he’s been in the Premier League. He’s been fighting relegation, which in truth, I think that’s going to be our realistic challenge next season. We’re not going to be pushing for top 10, that’s very unlikely in my opinion,” Huth said to Gambling.com.

“There were quite a few managers available. I know there’s always been a process at Leicester, and if you look at the history of appointments, I think Leicester have done pretty well. So I’m confident that it’s going to be the case for us.”