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Leicester City’s recent history has been turbulent to say the least, with the club’s Premier League return being short-lived following their triumphant Championship campaign in 2023/24.
This disappointing season last time out magnified ongoing issues, including severe financial concerns, and included a lengthy post-season period without a permanent manager after Ruud van Nistelrooy’s departure.
With Marti Cifuentes now in charge, he has since revealed what Leicester’s style of play will be like in his first season at the helm.
The club have also faced transfer drama, with the Foxes at risk of losing Wilfred Ndidi for a reduced fee. There is also Premier League interest in another of their stars, with West Ham monitoring Mads Hermansen.
Despite a new manager bringing hope, Leicester City fans are frustrated by the delayed home kit launch, with a recent teaser reportedly sparking further negative reactions.
Leicester fans react as club ‘finally’ release home kit teaser
With the start of the Championship season fast approaching, it’s a surprise that Leicester have not yet released their home kit for the 2025/26 season, and fans haven’t shied away from sharing their thoughts on the late announcement.
“Finally,” one said.
Another posed an important question: “Sponsor this time?”
“August next week, can’t be much longer,” another commented.
“Took you long enough,” one other fan said.
Leicester have played pre-season friendlies in their training kit
The Foxes continued their pre-season preparations earlier this month with their 3-1 victory over Peterborough.
Louis Page delivered a brace before Silko Thomas added a third, providing plenty of encouraging signs for Leicester City on the pitch. However, one noticeable feature during this game, and indeed throughout pre-season, has been Leicester playing in their training kit.
This isn’t merely a fashion choice; it directly impacts crucial pre-season sales and revenue, vital for a recently relegated club facing significant financial concerns and the looming threat of a points deduction for alleged breaches of FFP rules.
The departure of club legend Jamie Vardy also marks the end of an era, adding another layer of transition. The kit delay also affects sponsor visibility and overall merchandise planning.
From a fan’s perspective, this prolonged delay signals a potential lack of organisation. While supplier problems could be a factor, if other Adidas clubs have already launched their kits, it points to problems specific to Leicester.