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Leicester City: Michael Appleton appointed as Craig Shakespeare's assistant

Oxford United manager Michael Appleton has joined Leicester City as Craig Shakespeare's assistant.

Appleton, 41, guided Oxford to automatic promotion from League Two as well as two Wembley finals in the Football League Trophy during his three years at the club.

Appleton previously worked with Shakespeare at West Brom.

Shakespeare was confirmed as the Foxes' permanent manager on a three-year deal earlier this month.

He had taken temporary charge at the King Power Stadium in February following Claudio Ranieri's sacking.

Shakespeare is also looking for another first-team coach, with former defender Chris Powell a contender.