Former Leicester City striker Gary Lineker has branded Foxes boss Nigel Pearson as "weird".

A run of five wins in six games has lifted the Foxes outside the relegation zone.

Speaking to BBC Radio Leicester, Lineker said: "Nigel has done a brilliant job at Leicester on two occasions over the years. He knows what he's doing - yes, he's a little bit weird at times, a little bit odd.

"He's been accused of being slightly arrogant and patronising but he's kept the players together, he's kept them focused and kept the belief. He clearly knows what he's doing in terms of his job and that's all that matters really.

"I've had a little spat with him and he sometimes gets a little heated and out of order. But, I think we'll all put up with that if he keeps them up."