Martin: Criticism of me has turned 'really personal'

Leicester boss Russell Martin says he can't explain why he upsets so many people as pressure builds at the King Power.

What happened. Leicester City manager Russell Martin says the criticism aimed at him has become 'really personal' from some in the media and fans. He admitted he does not know why he 'upsets so many people' after a difficult start to the season.

• Leicester were beaten 4-0 by Oxford United on Saturday
• It was their second defeat in five games this season
• Leicester sit 18th in League One, an all-time low

“It has become really personal from some guys in the media and definitely from fans.”

— Russell Martin

Martin's position is under scrutiny after back-to-back relegations left Leicester 18th in the third tier.

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