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Claudio Ranieri defends decision to make 10 changes for FA Cup fifth round clash against Millwall with Premier League survival his priority

Claudio Ranieri has defended his decision to make 10 changes for the FA Cup trip to Millwall by insisting those who step in have a genuine chance to claim a place in Leicester's fight against Premier League relegation.

The Italian will largely revert to the team who beat Derby County in the last round and said the result would be his 'responsibility', but made it clear that top-flight survival is the club's priority.

Ranieri also made the startling claim that Millwall's form and exploits in the competition this season make them favourites at The Den.

Claudio Ranieri quipped that the Premier League champions are underdogs for their tie
Islam Slimani is suffering pain in his groin and will not play against Millwall in the FA Cupu00a0
Islam Slimani is suffering pain in his groin and will not play against Millwall in the FA Cup

The League One side have not lost in 12 games, knocking out Bournemouth and Watford in the process.