Graham Potter close to Premier League return with Leicester set to recruit Chelsea flop following Enzo Maresca exit

The former Chelsea and Brighton manager has been out of work since April last year after a tumultuous stint at Stamford Bridge. Despite receiving multiple offers to return to management, Potter has been selective, holding out for the right opportunity.

According to The Sun,Potter has engaged in promising discussions with Leicester City's ownership. The talks have been fruitful, and it appears that Potter is enthusiastic about leading the newly-promoted club in the Premier League. Leicester's championship victory last season secured their promotion, but they were left without a manager after Enzo Maresca departed to take up the reins at Chelsea earlier this month.

In their search for a new manager, Leicester City considered several candidates, including former Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper and West Brom manager Carlos Corberan. However, it is Potter who has emerged as the preferred choice. The club is looking for stability and experience, qualities that Potter demonstrated during his successful tenure at Brighton.

Despite the optimism surrounding Potter's potential appointment, Leicester City faces significant financial challenges. The club is grappling with financial fair play (FFP) issues and could begin the season with a points deduction due to breaches in profit and sustainability rules over recent years. This scenario would present a difficult start for Potter, should he take up the position.

Potter has been methodical in his decision-making process since he departed from Chelsea. He recently turned down an opportunity to manage Ajax and also declined Brighton. Should Potter accept the Leicester job, he will be thrust into action when the Foxes host Tottenham Hotspur on Monday, August 19, in the next edition of the Premier League.