Under-fire Leicester City midfielder Harry Winks has found himself at the centre of furious backlash after the Foxes’ 3-1 victory over Derby County — with many supporters calling for him to be pushed out of the club entirely.
Leicester may have secured three crucial points, but the reaction online painted a very different picture. A section of the fanbase turned their attention to Winks, accusing the midfielder of letting the club down with his attitude and performances this season.
The anger stems from growing frustration around Winks’ overall contribution, with many believing his influence has drastically faded compared to when he first arrived. At a time when Leicester are fighting to stabilise results and climb the Championship table, fans feel the club cannot afford passengers — especially senior players expected to lead by example.
Winks has already faced scrutiny in recent weeks after reports emerged suggesting he was far from content at the King Power Stadium. The former Tottenham midfielder was understood to have been open to leaving during the summer, with talk even surfacing about a potential contract payoff, though nothing materialised. His current demeanour and body language on the pitch have only fuelled speculation about his commitment.
For manager Marti Cifuentes, the situation presents a major dilemma. Dropping Winks completely could further diminish his market value at a time when Leicester desperately need financial stability. But continuing to play him risks intensifying fan outrage and increasing pressure on the manager himself.
The Foxes’ squad contains several Premier League-level players who stayed on after relegation, giving the club what should have been a clear advantage at Championship level. Instead, that strength has become a double-edged sword — high-profile players struggling for form, growing unrest in the stands, and difficult decisions piling up for Cifuentes.
Despite the victory at Derby, Leicester remain far from convincing, and every performance is now being scrutinised through the lens of frustration and expectation. If the team slips further, patience may run out very quickly — both for certain players and for the manager.
Winks’ situation is now reaching a breaking point. Whether he fights his way back into favour or is shown the door, it’s clear the Leicester fanbase has lost trust — and moments like the one at Derby only add fuel to the fire.