Hignett spent a disappointing 4 months onloan at the end of the season, even he admits his performances were poor. The 33 year old returned to Leicester on Thursday but today has been released by Leicester - despite a year remaining on his Leicester contract.
The former fans favourite could still return to Gresty Road on a player/coach role after Dario hinted in his post-Norwich interview that Hignett will be here for the pre-season.