‘Always grateful’ Marc Albrighton addresses his future after leaving Leicester City

Marc Albrighton has penned an emotional and heartfelt farewell following his release from Leicester City.

It was confirmed on Friday that the 34-year-old will leave the King Power Stadium after a trophy-laden decade at a club he says helped him turn his dreams into reality.

The winger, who joined from Aston Villa, leaves as a Premier League, FA Cup and Championship winner and one of the Foxes’ most loved players in recent times.

But with the likes of Jamie Vardy and Jannik Vestergaard continuing to return to the top flight, Albrighton says he will take time to consider his next step.

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He took to social media to address City fans, players and the club’s owners. Albrighton wrote: “After ten unforgettable years at Leicester City Football Club, it is now time for me to move on.

“When I signed for the club back it (sic) 2014 from my boyhood club Aston Villa, I never thought I could be so emotionally attached to another football club. However, in the last ten years of highs and lows, I can truly say that I have never felt more at home than wearing the Leicester badge on my chest.

“The success we experienced together are the best moments of my life and will live with me forever.

“Through the tough times I’ve had on and off the pitch over the years, the Leicester family have rallied around me and given me all the support to get through them and come out the other side stronger.

“I have built so many amazing relationships with the people at the club that it would be too much to thank them all.

“However, I would like to say a huge thank you to my teammates with whom I shared unforgettable moments. And also the fans who have been there through it all, win lose or tie. And lastly the Srivaddhanaprabha family who made all this possible. I will never be able to repay your kindness, faith and generosity. You gave me the opportunity to realize my dreams, for which I will always be grateful.

“I’m still undecided about what the future holds, but for now I’m going to spend quality time with my three beautiful daughters and consider my options.

“I wish Leicester every success in the future and I’ll make sure I’m a regular at the King Power to support the boys!

“Thanks for everything

Marc”.

Albrighton leaves after making 313 appearances for City. Signed by Nigel Pearson, he helped the Foxes escape in 2015, then played every game the following season as Claudio Ranieri led the club to the most unlikely of title victories. He was also an early substitute in the 2021 FA Cup win at Wembley.

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