Nigel Pearson in contention for Leicester City manager job

Hull City boss Nigel Pearson is being considered as the new manager of Leicester City, according to The Mirror.

The 48-year-old, who previously completed a managerial stint at Leicester, is thought to be a major contender for the role left by Sven-Goran Eriksson.

The former Middlesbrough defender left the Foxes last year after a reported rift with previous owner Milan Mandaric.

With the club being under new ownership, the Hull boss may ponder a return to the Championship side.