“SHOCKING REVELATION: Sky Pundit’s BOLD Claim on Marti Cifuentes Leading Leicester City to GLORY—But ONLY If THIS Jaw-Dropping Off-Field Drama Gets FIXED!”

According to The Guardian, Leicester City could be hit with a potential penalty from the Premier League, despite no longer competing in the top division.

The Foxes are under investigation for an alleged breach of the league’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR), a matter that continues to hang over the club while their new manager, Carlos Cifuentes, looks to guide them back to the Premier League.

The Spanish coach arrived at the King Power Stadium in the summer and has already brought a sense of optimism, with his side targeting a top-two finish in the Championship. While it is still relatively early in the campaign, the team’s positive start has drawn praise.

Hendrie backs Leicester for promotion

Former Aston Villa midfielder Lee Hendrie has expressed confidence in Leicester’s promotion push, singling out Cifuentes for the way he has managed the early challenges at the club.

Hendrie argued that the Foxes should be pleased with how the season has unfolded so far, even with the looming threat of a points deduction.

“There’s all sorts surrounding Leicester right now, with talk of potential points deductions and everything that comes with these situations,” Hendrie told Football League World.

“He’s got off to a really good start, especially when you consider the expectations of coming out of the Premier League, losing players, and still having to find the right balance in the squad.

I’ve always liked him, and there was always speculation about him leaving QPR – so his move to Leicester made sense.

For me, promotion is well within reach. Whether through the play-offs or automatic, I’d give him every chance.”

Hendrie added that while some issues off the pitch need resolving quickly, the squad remains strong enough to compete at the top end of the Championship.

With what he described as a “very, very good manager” in Cifuentes, Hendrie believes the Foxes are well placed to make an immediate return to the Premier League.

A strong start in the Championship

Leicester’s form has certainly provided encouragement. They have collected three wins from their opening four league matches, which has left them sitting fourth in the table as the Championship resumes this weekend.

Their only setback so far was a defeat against Preston North End in their second outing, but they bounced back with victories over Sheffield Wednesday, Charlton Athletic, and Birmingham City.

Next on the agenda is a tricky away fixture at Oxford United, scheduled for Saturday’s early kick-off.

Can Leicester handle a deduction?

History suggests that the Foxes could still be in contention even if they suffer a points deduction.

In recent years, the top two in the Championship have pulled clear of third place by a comfortable margin – 10 points last season and 11 points the year before.

If Leicester can sustain consistent form, there should be enough room to absorb any penalty.

When they last secured promotion in 2024, Enzo Maresa led them to a remarkable 97-point haul.

Something similar could be required again if the punishment proves severe, but Leicester’s current squad appears capable of achieving it.

Ultimately, clarity over any penalty will be crucial, allowing the club to focus fully on the promotion race.

Cifuentes has already shown signs of being a shrewd appointment, and with the quality at his disposal, Leicester should remain firmly in the hunt for an immediate Premier League return – regardless of the final verdict on their PSR case.