Leicester City v Burton Albion preview, team news and Martin on building home form | OneFootball

Leicester City host Burton Albion in their first home League One match this afternoon. They return to the King Power after a 1-1 draw at Notts County, when Conor Grant cancelled Jayden Joseph’s first goal for the club.

According to LeicesterMercury.co.uk, Conor Chaplin could debut after missing the opening two games. The forward arrived from Ipswich Town in July on a free. City then visit Ipswich in the Carabao Cup on Tuesday, before MK Dons away next weekend.

Stephy Mavididi and Wout Faes remain out, with Russell Martin linking their absence to transfer interest. He said they will train with a non-involved group and could be used if needed in the coming weeks.

Martin added that defensive reinforcements are being explored and he says it will change before the window closes. With Ben Nelson sidelined by an ACL injury and Faes unavailable, Harry Souttar and Caleb Okoli are his only senior centre-backs.

In the matchday programme, Aiyawatt Srivaddhanaprabha told supporters there is work ahead under a new manager with new ideas and players. He wants steady improvement, accepting that results will be the measure.

Martin wants to build home momentum, saying the team must supply energy for the crowd to connect with. He is hoping for a strong display and an atmosphere that can grow this season.

Source: LeicesterMercury.co.uk

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