Wrexham midfielder Matty James said Leicester City are a club "close to my heart" but insists he is determined to secure three points against his former side in the Championship on Tuesday evening. James, who has signed a new contract to remain at Wrexham until the summer of 2027, spent nine years with the Foxes and made 117 appearances for the East Midlands club. "It's a club that I hold close to my heart and having had the reception that I got at the away game, it's always nice to play against them," James said.
Wrexham midfielder Matty James said Leicester City are a club "close to my heart" but insists he is determined to secure three points against his former side in the Championship on Tuesday evening.
James, who has signed a new contract to remain at Wrexham until the summer of 2027, spent nine years with the Foxes and made 117 appearances for the East Midlands club.
He was with Leicester when they won the Premier League in 2016 but missed the whole campaign due to injury.
"It's a club that I hold close to my heart and having had the reception that I got at the away game, it's always nice to play against them," James said.
"But certainly for us, we're looking to try and get them three points on the night."
Both Wrexham and Leicester will be looking to bounce back after defeats on Saturday - Wrexham lost 2-1 at home to Norwich City while Leicester were beaten by league leaders Coventry City.
Relegated from the Premier League last season, Leicester have had an inconsistent season on the pitch while also experiencing off the field financial issues.
Martí Cifuentes' side are currently 13th in the Championship table – three points behind 10th placed Wrexham and six points off the play-off spots.
"I think they'll probably be expecting more from themselves," James added.
"I think there's things going on, and off the pitch at the moment, which is not nice to see."
James believes Leicester have what it takes to climb up the table and will pose a strong challenge for his current side.
"I think for us, we just focus on ourselves and make sure that we're prepared for the game. They've got good players and we have to respect that," he said.
"Hopefully, we can go out there and put on a great performance and get three points.
"The Championship's ticking fast, the games come round quickly. It's a good opportunity for us at home on Tuesday night."
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