Andy King is a Welsh professional footballer best known for his long and successful tenure with Leicester City, where he played a key role in their historic Premier League title-winning campaign in 2015-16. A versatile midfielder with an eye for goal, King became a club legend at Leicester, making over 375 appearances and scoring crucial goals across multiple divisions.
Born on October 29, 1988, in Barnstaple, England, King joined Leicester City’s academy as a teenager and progressed through the ranks to make his first-team debut in 2007. Over the years, he became an integral part of the squad, helping the club rise from League One to the Premier League. His most remarkable achievement came in 2016 when Leicester defied the odds to win the Premier League, making King the only player in the club’s history to win league titles in the top three tiers of English football.
A full Wales international, King earned over 50 caps for his country, representing them in major tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2016, where Wales made a sensational run to the semi-finals.
Following his time at Leicester, King had loan spells at clubs such as Swansea City, Derby County, and Huddersfield Town before moving on to Bristol City and later Northampton Town. Known for his professionalism, leadership, and loyalty, King remains a respected figure in Welsh football.
His influence on and off the pitch continues as he transitions into coaching and mentoring young players, ensuring his experience benefits future generations.