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WATCH: Claudio Ranieri Is Still A Leicester Hero After Taking Picture With Kids

WATCH: Claudio Ranieri Is Still A Leicester Hero After Taking Picture With Kids

Class act!

Nasir Jabbar

Nasir Jabbar

The sacking of Claudio Ranieri on Thursday night has divided opinion from the Leicester faithfuls. Some were disappointed with the decision while a section of fans were pleased to see the back of the Italian despite his heroics last season.

But one things for sure, Ranieri is still a legend and this class act proves that. The 65-year-old received a touching gift from a family and he then took a picture with the kids outside his home.

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(Nine months ago, Raneiri was celebrating Leicester's first Premier League trophy. How things have changed.)

Following his ruthless sacking, managers have paid tribute. From the man installed as the next favourite, Roberto Mancini, to Jose Mourinho who wore 'CR' on his shirt at his pre-match press conference.



(A mural of Ranieri alongside his players in Leicester city center.)

He received a card at his home in Leicestershire and returned the favour by posing for pictures. What a guy. Check out the footage below:

(Video via ITV)

Class act! But what else did you expect from the legendary gaffer.

Ranieri has since released a statement saying the following; "Yesterday my dream died" and that he dreamed of staying at Leicester "the club I love forever and always."

While thanking his wife but mainly to the club saying, "Mostly I have to thank Leicester City Football Club. The adventure was amazing and will live with me forever."

Before finishing by saying; "No one can ever take away what we together have achieved", referencing his love for the fans, "I hope you will think about it and smile every day the way I always will."

"It's been a pleasure and an honour to be a Champion with all of you."

Thank you, Claudio - You'll always be a legend!

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Topics: Leicester City, Claudio Ranieri