Russell Martin's former teammate Sebastien Bassong has questioned whether the former Rangers manager can implement his style at Leicester City.
After flopping at Ibrox, Martin's spell at the Foxes has started in a similar manner. Despite being heavy favourites for League One, they have won just one of their five opening league matches, the latest being a 4-0 hammering by Oxford United.
The 40-year-old is facing a similar backlash to the one he experienced in Glasgow a year ago.
Bassong, who played with Martin at Norwich City, feels his ex-teammate doesn't have the players to play in his possession-based style.
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He told Premier Bet: “Leicester is a massive club for that level, and they have the financial backing and advantage. That's why Russell's been able to spend a bit of money differently than other clubs at this stage for Leicester.
“I've heard a bit of noise around Russell Martin's style, as there always is, and the main question remains the same, does he have the players to play the style of football he wants?
“It should be enough for them to get straight back up to the Championship, because the financial gap between Leicester City and the other clubs in that league should carry them through.
“Now, that's in theory, the reality on the pitch is totally different. He will have to adapt to that level and get his players going, so it's another big challenge for him.
“At a big club, if he gets his team firing and up and running, they can build towards a sustained push for promotion. I think he's looking for a long-term project rather than just a quick promotion back to the top flight.”
