Leicester City have confirmed the appointment of Brendan Rodgers, and Bookmakers are already backing him for success.

Rodgers has signed a three-year deal at the King Power Stadium after leaving Celtic.

Rodgers said: “I’m very privileged and honoured to be here as Leicester City manager and I’ll give my life to make the supporters proud of their club.

“Together, we’ll be stronger and I’m looking forward to working with the players, staff and supporters to make the right steps forward.”

Bet365 have now cut Leicester’s odds on finishing in the top-half of the table to 11/10.

bet365’s Steve Freeth said: “It looks like Brendan Rodgers is heading back to the Premier League and he’s been dealt a very favourable fixture list.

“The Foxes’ next eight games all look winnable and a top half challenge could now be very much on the cards.”