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Who is this highly-rated 20-year-old Aston Villa starlet that Leicester have signed? The next big Welsh talent?
by Mizgan Masani
Leicester City have completed the signing of former Aston Villa defender Mitch Clark on a three-year deal running until the summer of 2022.
The 20-year-old, who was released by the Villans after the expiry of his contract, joins the Foxes’ U-23 setup which is led by Steve Beaglehole. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Clark arrived at Aston Villa at the age of eight and was a part of their youth setup for many a year. However, he didn’t manage to make a senior appearance there. The youngster was on loan at Port Vale last season, where he played a large chunk of games and gained loads of first-team experience.
Without further ado, let us take a look at the player in depth and analyse his game in a scout report:
Scout Report – Mitch ClarkAge – 20 Main Position – Right-Back
In terms of the positions he can play in, Mitch Clark is predominantly a right-back, but is capable of operating on the other side as well, or as a centre-back. He has chiefly grown up playing the fullback/wing-back role, with equal emphasis on going forward and delivering crosses along with the defensive duties against wingers.
In terms of the attributes, the youngster is rapid enough to make runs forward and recover in time if needed. He has a very good defensive sense and is good at one-vs-one defending. He is physically strong on/off the ball and can cross the ball with menace. Apart from minor glitches, Clark’s game is sorted to a larger extent. Subtle improvements would be enough to make him a top-quality player in the coming years.
Conclusion
All in all, we can conclude by saying that Leicester City have bagged a coup by signing Mitch Clark this summer. He would be with the U-23s but the quality is there for him to make a mark in the first-team as well.
by Mizgan Masani
Leicester City have completed the signing of former Aston Villa defender Mitch Clark on a three-year deal running until the summer of 2022.
The 20-year-old, who was released by the Villans after the expiry of his contract, joins the Foxes’ U-23 setup which is led by Steve Beaglehole. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Clark arrived at Aston Villa at the age of eight and was a part of their youth setup for many a year. However, he didn’t manage to make a senior appearance there. The youngster was on loan at Port Vale last season, where he played a large chunk of games and gained loads of first-team experience.
Without further ado, let us take a look at the player in depth and analyse his game in a scout report:
Scout Report – Mitch ClarkAge – 20 Main Position – Right-Back
In terms of the positions he can play in, Mitch Clark is predominantly a right-back, but is capable of operating on the other side as well, or as a centre-back. He has chiefly grown up playing the fullback/wing-back role, with equal emphasis on going forward and delivering crosses along with the defensive duties against wingers.
In terms of the attributes, the youngster is rapid enough to make runs forward and recover in time if needed. He has a very good defensive sense and is good at one-vs-one defending. He is physically strong on/off the ball and can cross the ball with menace. Apart from minor glitches, Clark’s game is sorted to a larger extent. Subtle improvements would be enough to make him a top-quality player in the coming years.
Conclusion
All in all, we can conclude by saying that Leicester City have bagged a coup by signing Mitch Clark this summer. He would be with the U-23s but the quality is there for him to make a mark in the first-team as well.
Leicester signing this Bournemouth star would prepare them well for the potential £70m exit of star man
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City are interested in signing Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake.
Nathan Ake, 24, enjoyed a good season with the Cherries, scoring four times in 38 Premier League games for Eddie Howe’s men. He has been a permanent fixture in Howe’s side and now has 117 Premier League appearances under his belt at the age of 24.
A Premier League-proven defender, the versatile Dutchman would be a great fit for Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester City.
The Foxes have made some shrewd signings so far in the summer transfer window. Ayoze Perez and James Justin have arrived at the club, while the Midlands club have signed Youri Tielemans permanently. However, Leicester are still expected to push on in the transfer window and add a couple more players before the transfer window slams shut, as Rodgers looks to add more quality to his squad.
One area the Northern Irish tactician must address is the defence, with star defender Harry Maguire heavily linked with a move to Manchester United. The Red Devils made an eye-watering offer of £70m for Maguire, a fee which City have rejected. If United do eventually meet City’s valuation of the English defender, Rodgers would be left short in central defence. So with that in mind, Leicester should go all out to land Nathan Ake as a potential replacement for Maguire.
Ake has established himself as a fine centre-half in the Premier League and his consistent performances have also seen him break into Ronald Koeman’s plans for the Netherlands national team.
A left-footed defender, the Dutchman will offer Leicester a different option in central defence. His pace and strength are some of his star attributes, while his lean frame allows him to pose a threat in both boxes. The former Chelsea defender should be an appealing option to Rodgers not only because of his homegrown status but also for his versatility. Ake also suits Rodgers’ style, as he is comfortable on the ball and can find the back of the net.
Verdict
There are very few centre-backs in the world who are physically strong as well as technically-gifted as Ake is. At 24, there’s no reason to think he can’t maintain that advantage and potentially build on it in the years to come. He is definitely worth a punt for the ambitious Leicester City.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City are interested in signing Bournemouth defender Nathan Ake.
Nathan Ake, 24, enjoyed a good season with the Cherries, scoring four times in 38 Premier League games for Eddie Howe’s men. He has been a permanent fixture in Howe’s side and now has 117 Premier League appearances under his belt at the age of 24.
A Premier League-proven defender, the versatile Dutchman would be a great fit for Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester City.
The Foxes have made some shrewd signings so far in the summer transfer window. Ayoze Perez and James Justin have arrived at the club, while the Midlands club have signed Youri Tielemans permanently. However, Leicester are still expected to push on in the transfer window and add a couple more players before the transfer window slams shut, as Rodgers looks to add more quality to his squad.
One area the Northern Irish tactician must address is the defence, with star defender Harry Maguire heavily linked with a move to Manchester United. The Red Devils made an eye-watering offer of £70m for Maguire, a fee which City have rejected. If United do eventually meet City’s valuation of the English defender, Rodgers would be left short in central defence. So with that in mind, Leicester should go all out to land Nathan Ake as a potential replacement for Maguire.
Ake has established himself as a fine centre-half in the Premier League and his consistent performances have also seen him break into Ronald Koeman’s plans for the Netherlands national team.
A left-footed defender, the Dutchman will offer Leicester a different option in central defence. His pace and strength are some of his star attributes, while his lean frame allows him to pose a threat in both boxes. The former Chelsea defender should be an appealing option to Rodgers not only because of his homegrown status but also for his versatility. Ake also suits Rodgers’ style, as he is comfortable on the ball and can find the back of the net.
Verdict
There are very few centre-backs in the world who are physically strong as well as technically-gifted as Ake is. At 24, there’s no reason to think he can’t maintain that advantage and potentially build on it in the years to come. He is definitely worth a punt for the ambitious Leicester City.
Leicester splashing the cash on this highly-rated Serie A starlet would be a foolish move by Brendan Rodgers
by Sayan
According to Leicestershire Live, Leicester City are prepared to double the wages of Belgian midfielder Dennis Praet in order to beat off competition from Serie A giants AC Milan in their pursuit of the highly-rated ace.
Praet, who currently plies his trade with Sampdoria in the Serie A, wants to move to a bigger club this summer and it is understood that Sampdoria are open to cashing in on the 25-year-old. Leicestershire Live understands that the Foxes hold a long-standing interest in the player and manager Brendan Rodgers wants to wrap up a deal for him at the earliest after the club-record acquisition of Praet’s compatriot Youri Tielemans.
Leicester’s interest in Praet probably stems from the fact that French midfielder Nampalys Mendy has been linked with a move to Saint-Etienne after falling down the pecking order under Rodgers towards the end of the previous campaign. (h/t Leicestershire Live) As well as the speculations linking Mendy with a move back to his homeland, Leciester’s desperation to sign Dennis Praet is apparently an indication that they are looking to strengthen the central midfield department even further ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The Foxes lost Vicente Iborra back in January but Portuguese international Adrien Silva is back at the King Power Stadium following a loan spell at Monaco in the second half of this past season, with Rodgers yet to make a call on his future. Praet, who accumulated 27 goals and 39 assists in 182 appearances for Anderlecht over the course of five full seasons in his homeland, made his move to the Serie A with Sampdoria back in the summer of 2016.
The Belgian has gradually established himself as one of the mainstays of his club’s midfield in the Italian top-flight over the past three seasons and at 25, the time might just be right for him to move on to a bigger club and carve out a reputation for himself. However, it is worth mentioning here that despite being a regular starter for Sampdoria, his returns in terms of goals and assists in the Serie A hasn’t been eye-watering by any means. A tally of 4 goals and 6 assists in 104 appearances doesn’t justify his talent and potential, although he has largely been used in a box-to-box central midfield role at Sampdoria.
To put things into perspective, Dennis Praet is technically-gifted versatile central midfielder with well-rounded defensive and attacking attributes but it is really hard to understand as to why Leicester City are pushing so hard to get a deal for him over the line before the deadline, having already spent a fortune to make Tielemans’ stay permanent this summer.
As evident from the kind of philosophy that Rodgers used towards the end of the last season, the Foxes manager usually prefers only one holding or defensive midfielder in his eleven. Wilfried Ndidi, who is one of the most promising young central defensive midfielders in the Premier League, played that role to perfection, with Mendy playing second-fiddle to the Nigerian.
In addition to that, Rodgers used two forward-thinking midfielders in Tielemans and Hamza Choudhury to complement Ndidi, with James Maddison shifting to a wider role on the left or a rather free-roaming role behind the striker to link up with his teammates. Keeping that in mind, it is difficult to see how and where someone like Dennis Praet would fit into the manager’s plans for the upcoming season.
In James Maddison, Leicester City already have an influential No.10 and it doesn’t make a lot of sense for the Foxes to keep the Belgian on extortionate wages because he would only arrive as an understudy to the Englishman. Plus, they have already brought in Ayoze Perez, who is a hugely versatile player capable of playing in multiple roles in attacking midfield.
As far as the other midfield options are concerned, Praet would not be considered for a defensive midfield role in front of the back four, given that he lacks the physicality and the tackling skills of someone like Ndidi or even Choudhury for that matter. Moreover, with Tielemans now in their ranks, the Foxes have already got a versatile central midfielder who can slot into attacking and box-to-box roles in the middle of the park, further nullifying the need to bring in someone like Praet.
Conclusion
In all honesty, the 25-year-old, though a really gifted player, won’t be much of an upgrade on Leicester’s existing midfield options, and they would be better off shifting their focus to improve other areas of the squad.
by Sayan
According to Leicestershire Live, Leicester City are prepared to double the wages of Belgian midfielder Dennis Praet in order to beat off competition from Serie A giants AC Milan in their pursuit of the highly-rated ace.
Praet, who currently plies his trade with Sampdoria in the Serie A, wants to move to a bigger club this summer and it is understood that Sampdoria are open to cashing in on the 25-year-old. Leicestershire Live understands that the Foxes hold a long-standing interest in the player and manager Brendan Rodgers wants to wrap up a deal for him at the earliest after the club-record acquisition of Praet’s compatriot Youri Tielemans.
Leicester’s interest in Praet probably stems from the fact that French midfielder Nampalys Mendy has been linked with a move to Saint-Etienne after falling down the pecking order under Rodgers towards the end of the previous campaign. (h/t Leicestershire Live) As well as the speculations linking Mendy with a move back to his homeland, Leciester’s desperation to sign Dennis Praet is apparently an indication that they are looking to strengthen the central midfield department even further ahead of the upcoming campaign.
The Foxes lost Vicente Iborra back in January but Portuguese international Adrien Silva is back at the King Power Stadium following a loan spell at Monaco in the second half of this past season, with Rodgers yet to make a call on his future. Praet, who accumulated 27 goals and 39 assists in 182 appearances for Anderlecht over the course of five full seasons in his homeland, made his move to the Serie A with Sampdoria back in the summer of 2016.
The Belgian has gradually established himself as one of the mainstays of his club’s midfield in the Italian top-flight over the past three seasons and at 25, the time might just be right for him to move on to a bigger club and carve out a reputation for himself. However, it is worth mentioning here that despite being a regular starter for Sampdoria, his returns in terms of goals and assists in the Serie A hasn’t been eye-watering by any means. A tally of 4 goals and 6 assists in 104 appearances doesn’t justify his talent and potential, although he has largely been used in a box-to-box central midfield role at Sampdoria.
To put things into perspective, Dennis Praet is technically-gifted versatile central midfielder with well-rounded defensive and attacking attributes but it is really hard to understand as to why Leicester City are pushing so hard to get a deal for him over the line before the deadline, having already spent a fortune to make Tielemans’ stay permanent this summer.
As evident from the kind of philosophy that Rodgers used towards the end of the last season, the Foxes manager usually prefers only one holding or defensive midfielder in his eleven. Wilfried Ndidi, who is one of the most promising young central defensive midfielders in the Premier League, played that role to perfection, with Mendy playing second-fiddle to the Nigerian.
In addition to that, Rodgers used two forward-thinking midfielders in Tielemans and Hamza Choudhury to complement Ndidi, with James Maddison shifting to a wider role on the left or a rather free-roaming role behind the striker to link up with his teammates. Keeping that in mind, it is difficult to see how and where someone like Dennis Praet would fit into the manager’s plans for the upcoming season.
In James Maddison, Leicester City already have an influential No.10 and it doesn’t make a lot of sense for the Foxes to keep the Belgian on extortionate wages because he would only arrive as an understudy to the Englishman. Plus, they have already brought in Ayoze Perez, who is a hugely versatile player capable of playing in multiple roles in attacking midfield.
As far as the other midfield options are concerned, Praet would not be considered for a defensive midfield role in front of the back four, given that he lacks the physicality and the tackling skills of someone like Ndidi or even Choudhury for that matter. Moreover, with Tielemans now in their ranks, the Foxes have already got a versatile central midfielder who can slot into attacking and box-to-box roles in the middle of the park, further nullifying the need to bring in someone like Praet.
Conclusion
In all honesty, the 25-year-old, though a really gifted player, won’t be much of an upgrade on Leicester’s existing midfield options, and they would be better off shifting their focus to improve other areas of the squad.
Leicester City signing this 18-year-old sensation would be a terrific move to secure their future
by Suwaid Faza
According to a report from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City have been linked with a move for Bury starlet Callum Hulme.
Bury are currently struggling with financial issues and would be open to procuring funds through player sales. As a result, Hulme might have to head to the King Power.
Hulme joined Bury after starting out as youth player at Manchester City. Now 18, Hulme will be hoping to return to playing for a top-flight club. Hulme is a creative player, who usually plays as an attacking midfielder but is still a little short of experience after making only one league appearance last season. While a Premier League move will be a big jump, he shouldn’t have trouble settling in as he’s aware of what the scene is like.
He will also be encouraged to know that current Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers is a big believer in youth players, as he has shown over the years. It’s one thing to be a believer in youth but it’s another to play attractive football. With Rodgers at the helm, Hulme will have the perfect manager and coach to help integrate him into the first-team.
In fact, the likes of Raheem Sterling, Kieran Tierney and so many other youngsters are a testament to that. The manager currently has the reigns to an exciting team at Leicester and are likely to make inroads into European competitions soon.
In the attacking midfielder department, Hulme will have some serious competition in James Maddison and Youri Tielemans. Both players are not only two of the most exciting prospects in England but around Europe.
JamesHowever, nothing is written in stone and if an injury is to take place, Hulme should grab the opportunity by the scruff of the neck. On another positive note, he will have two solid players to learn from and will have a picture of what it’ll take for him to get onto the same level.
Conclusion
This is a move that will help Hulme in his development and Leicester can continue to slowly build a team that’s ready to challenge anyone in a few years.
by Suwaid Faza
According to a report from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City have been linked with a move for Bury starlet Callum Hulme.
Bury are currently struggling with financial issues and would be open to procuring funds through player sales. As a result, Hulme might have to head to the King Power.
Hulme joined Bury after starting out as youth player at Manchester City. Now 18, Hulme will be hoping to return to playing for a top-flight club. Hulme is a creative player, who usually plays as an attacking midfielder but is still a little short of experience after making only one league appearance last season. While a Premier League move will be a big jump, he shouldn’t have trouble settling in as he’s aware of what the scene is like.
He will also be encouraged to know that current Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers is a big believer in youth players, as he has shown over the years. It’s one thing to be a believer in youth but it’s another to play attractive football. With Rodgers at the helm, Hulme will have the perfect manager and coach to help integrate him into the first-team.
In fact, the likes of Raheem Sterling, Kieran Tierney and so many other youngsters are a testament to that. The manager currently has the reigns to an exciting team at Leicester and are likely to make inroads into European competitions soon.
In the attacking midfielder department, Hulme will have some serious competition in James Maddison and Youri Tielemans. Both players are not only two of the most exciting prospects in England but around Europe.
JamesHowever, nothing is written in stone and if an injury is to take place, Hulme should grab the opportunity by the scruff of the neck. On another positive note, he will have two solid players to learn from and will have a picture of what it’ll take for him to get onto the same level.
Conclusion
This is a move that will help Hulme in his development and Leicester can continue to slowly build a team that’s ready to challenge anyone in a few years.
Leicester City would be quite clever to recoup much of the £13m the spent on this French flop
by Sayan
According to Leicestershire Live, Leicester City midfielder Nampalys Mendy has been linked with a move back to France, with the report claiming that Ligue 1 outfit Saint-Etienne have been credited with an interest in the 27-year-old Frenchman.
Leicestershire Live understands that Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers wants to keep hold of the defensive midfielder, although the French side are yet to firm up their interest in Mendy. Mendy, who arrived at the King Power Stadium from French club Nice for a fee of£13million back in the summer of 2016, initially struggled to nail down a regular starting role and made only 4 appearances in the Premier League in the 2016-17 season before returning to his former club Nice on loan for the 2017-18 campaign.
However, the arrival of former Nice manager Claude Puel at Leicester City saw Mendy being drafted back into the first-team and the midfielder went on to play a key role under the Frenchman. That didn’t last long, though, as he once again slipped down the pecking order following the arrival of Brendan Rodgers, with the new manager preferring to field Wilfried Ndidi as the lone holding midfielder.
Mendy still managed a total of 31 appearances in the Premier League this past season, with a lion share of his involvement coming under Puel. The 27-year-old made only one start under Rodgers in the Premier League and was limited to playing cameos off the bench. As a matter of fact, Rodgers seemed to favour youngster Hamza Choudhury to Mendy due to his ability to contribute to the attack in a more advanced role.
Meanwhile, Leicester have already made the headlines in the transfer window with the big-money deal for Ayoze Perez and the club-record signing of Youri Tielemans from Monaco, the latter joining the Foxes permanently on the back of a successful loan spell last season. However, they are apparently keen to do more business before the deadline and the fans have every reason to anticipate a few more departures and arrivals over the next three weeks or so.
To put things into perspective, Leicester City have spent quite a lot on the likes of James Justin, Tielemans and Perez this summer and it is now time for them to recoup some of the money by offloading a few of the fringe players in the squad, which, in turn, would facilitate reinvestment in other areas. While the Foxes are expected to land a huge windfall from the potential sale of Harry Maguire to any of the big-six clubs, they should not hesitate to get rid of the deadwood in their ranks. Well, it might sound harsh, but Mendy is unlikely to play a key role under Rodgers due to the style that he tends to prefer.
Even Adrien Silva and Matty James, for that matter, might only make up the numbers at the club if they stay on for another season. Not to forget Daniel Amartey, who spent large quarters of the previous campaign on the sidelines due to a long-term injury. Quite clearly, Leicester already have enough competition for places in central midfield, and if they are interested in adding another player in that area, they might as well move Mendy on because he doesn’t really have the technical ability and the dynamism in his game to make a big impact under Rodgers.
Mendy made 140 appearances for Nice prior to his arrival at Leicester in 2016, meaning that he is quite well versed with the style of play prevalent in the French top-flight.
Hence, a move away from the King Power Stadium to any of the Ligue 1 clubs would make perfect sense for all parties involved, particularly because he has only 12 months left on his current contract with the Foxes.
This summer might be the last opportunity for Leicester to recoup a good fraction of the money that they had spent to bring him to the club three years back.
Rodgers must keep the player in order to ensure that he has the right kind of depth in his ranks but offloading him would be in the best interests of both the club as well as the player. And Leicester should look to bring in a better well-rounded replacement for him.
Conclusion
Taking all the factors into consideration, Leicester City should look to offload Nampalys Mendy to one of the Ligue 1 clubs this summer and reinvest the money elsewhere.
by Sayan
According to Leicestershire Live, Leicester City midfielder Nampalys Mendy has been linked with a move back to France, with the report claiming that Ligue 1 outfit Saint-Etienne have been credited with an interest in the 27-year-old Frenchman.
Leicestershire Live understands that Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers wants to keep hold of the defensive midfielder, although the French side are yet to firm up their interest in Mendy. Mendy, who arrived at the King Power Stadium from French club Nice for a fee of£13million back in the summer of 2016, initially struggled to nail down a regular starting role and made only 4 appearances in the Premier League in the 2016-17 season before returning to his former club Nice on loan for the 2017-18 campaign.
However, the arrival of former Nice manager Claude Puel at Leicester City saw Mendy being drafted back into the first-team and the midfielder went on to play a key role under the Frenchman. That didn’t last long, though, as he once again slipped down the pecking order following the arrival of Brendan Rodgers, with the new manager preferring to field Wilfried Ndidi as the lone holding midfielder.
Mendy still managed a total of 31 appearances in the Premier League this past season, with a lion share of his involvement coming under Puel. The 27-year-old made only one start under Rodgers in the Premier League and was limited to playing cameos off the bench. As a matter of fact, Rodgers seemed to favour youngster Hamza Choudhury to Mendy due to his ability to contribute to the attack in a more advanced role.
Meanwhile, Leicester have already made the headlines in the transfer window with the big-money deal for Ayoze Perez and the club-record signing of Youri Tielemans from Monaco, the latter joining the Foxes permanently on the back of a successful loan spell last season. However, they are apparently keen to do more business before the deadline and the fans have every reason to anticipate a few more departures and arrivals over the next three weeks or so.
To put things into perspective, Leicester City have spent quite a lot on the likes of James Justin, Tielemans and Perez this summer and it is now time for them to recoup some of the money by offloading a few of the fringe players in the squad, which, in turn, would facilitate reinvestment in other areas. While the Foxes are expected to land a huge windfall from the potential sale of Harry Maguire to any of the big-six clubs, they should not hesitate to get rid of the deadwood in their ranks. Well, it might sound harsh, but Mendy is unlikely to play a key role under Rodgers due to the style that he tends to prefer.
Even Adrien Silva and Matty James, for that matter, might only make up the numbers at the club if they stay on for another season. Not to forget Daniel Amartey, who spent large quarters of the previous campaign on the sidelines due to a long-term injury. Quite clearly, Leicester already have enough competition for places in central midfield, and if they are interested in adding another player in that area, they might as well move Mendy on because he doesn’t really have the technical ability and the dynamism in his game to make a big impact under Rodgers.
Mendy made 140 appearances for Nice prior to his arrival at Leicester in 2016, meaning that he is quite well versed with the style of play prevalent in the French top-flight.
Hence, a move away from the King Power Stadium to any of the Ligue 1 clubs would make perfect sense for all parties involved, particularly because he has only 12 months left on his current contract with the Foxes.
This summer might be the last opportunity for Leicester to recoup a good fraction of the money that they had spent to bring him to the club three years back.
Rodgers must keep the player in order to ensure that he has the right kind of depth in his ranks but offloading him would be in the best interests of both the club as well as the player. And Leicester should look to bring in a better well-rounded replacement for him.
Conclusion
Taking all the factors into consideration, Leicester City should look to offload Nampalys Mendy to one of the Ligue 1 clubs this summer and reinvest the money elsewhere.
Leicester City signing this £40m English star is a move that could pay off despite the doubts
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from The Sun, Leicester City are interested in signing Burnley defender James Tarkowski this summer.
James Tarkowski, 26, has proven to be a reliable defender for Burnley since joining from Brentford back in 2014. The 26-year-old’s form coupled with the fact that he has played for England at international level means the Clarets are demanding £40million for the player.
The report claims Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers views Tarkowski as a replacement for star defender Harry Maguire, but should they splash £40million for the Burnley centre-half?
Maguire is heavily linked with a move to Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants the England international to be a part of the young, talented and hungrier squad at Old Trafford. The 26-year-old is a highly-rated defender in the Premier League and has been a consistent performer for Leicester since joining from Hull City a couple of summers ago.
Should the Foxes lose Maguire to Manchester United this summer, Rodgers should urge his club to meet Burnley’s valuation and sign Tarkowski as his replacement.
Plenty will be said about whether Tarkowski is worth the money if the deal does go through but this is a situation where the specific transfer must be taken outside the context of the market as a whole. Tarkowski may not be that exciting signing which the fans will hope to see as a replacement for Maguire but he has developed into a reliable centre-half over the last two seasons in the Premier League.
He’s a strong, powerful centre-back who is rarely beaten in the air and his arrival would inject quality into Rodgers’ defence, with his composure on the ball being another key feature.The Englishman is a good organiser of the backline and someone who can make some crucial interceptions for his side but lacks the pace to recover when left isolated in a 1v1 situation.
He is also a potent goal-threat from set-pieces in the opposition half. All in all, Tarkowski will be an excellent addition to the Foxes squad ahead of the new campaign.
Verdict
£40million is a lot of money even in today’s market, but Leicester will have funds available to them following Maguire’s potential sale.
Thus, the Foxes shouldn’t think twice about splashing the cash on Tarkowski, as the defender could turn out to be an inspired addition to Rodgers’ side with genuine ambitions of breaking into the top six.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from The Sun, Leicester City are interested in signing Burnley defender James Tarkowski this summer.
James Tarkowski, 26, has proven to be a reliable defender for Burnley since joining from Brentford back in 2014. The 26-year-old’s form coupled with the fact that he has played for England at international level means the Clarets are demanding £40million for the player.
The report claims Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers views Tarkowski as a replacement for star defender Harry Maguire, but should they splash £40million for the Burnley centre-half?
Maguire is heavily linked with a move to Manchester United as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants the England international to be a part of the young, talented and hungrier squad at Old Trafford. The 26-year-old is a highly-rated defender in the Premier League and has been a consistent performer for Leicester since joining from Hull City a couple of summers ago.
Should the Foxes lose Maguire to Manchester United this summer, Rodgers should urge his club to meet Burnley’s valuation and sign Tarkowski as his replacement.
Plenty will be said about whether Tarkowski is worth the money if the deal does go through but this is a situation where the specific transfer must be taken outside the context of the market as a whole. Tarkowski may not be that exciting signing which the fans will hope to see as a replacement for Maguire but he has developed into a reliable centre-half over the last two seasons in the Premier League.
He’s a strong, powerful centre-back who is rarely beaten in the air and his arrival would inject quality into Rodgers’ defence, with his composure on the ball being another key feature.The Englishman is a good organiser of the backline and someone who can make some crucial interceptions for his side but lacks the pace to recover when left isolated in a 1v1 situation.
He is also a potent goal-threat from set-pieces in the opposition half. All in all, Tarkowski will be an excellent addition to the Foxes squad ahead of the new campaign.
Verdict
£40million is a lot of money even in today’s market, but Leicester will have funds available to them following Maguire’s potential sale.
Thus, the Foxes shouldn’t think twice about splashing the cash on Tarkowski, as the defender could turn out to be an inspired addition to Rodgers’ side with genuine ambitions of breaking into the top six.
Leicester’s pursuit of this 22-year-old German powerhouse shows a real statement of intent by Rodgers
by Rohan Sengupta
According to Sport Bild, Leicester City are battling it out with German side Bayer Leverkusen for the Hoffenheim starlet Nadiem Amiri. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Nadiem Amiri, 22, was part of the Germany squad that lost to Spain in the Euro Under-21 final, and during the tournament, he scored three goals and registered two assists in five appearances. He has a year left on his contract with Hoffenheim and has a release clause of €14 million, although that only lasts for another month.
That being said, Leicester City must do everything possible to beat Bayer Leverkusen to the signing of Amiri.
The Foxes have already made some exciting signings this summer, with the likes of James Justin, Youri Tielemans and Ayoze Perez arriving at the King Power Stadium.
Under Brendan Rodgers, Leicester showed glimpses of promise in the second half of last season and finished a respectable ninth in the table. However, Rodgers and co. will be keen to kick on and break into the top six and beyond next term.
The Midlands club need quality and strength in depth for that to happen and thus, a move for Amiri would make complete sense. Amiri has been a regular for Hoffenheim since making his senior debut for the club in 2015. He endured an injury-hit last season in the Bundesliga, thus managing only 13 appearances.
A versatile player who can play in different positions across the midfield, the Germany Under-21 international could make a huge difference with his vision and creative passing at the King Power Stadium. Amiri is a top passer of the ball and also very good at playing line-breaking passes to set up attacking opportunities for his teammates.
He has the attributes to win the ball back from the possession as well as quickly set his team for the counter.
The potential addition of Amiri would undoubtedly bolster Leicester’s midfield ranks. The Foxes could form a fantastic midfield that beats the one they had last year, with Amiri alongside Wilfred Ndidi and Youri Tielemans. They would get enough offensive and defensive ability in their midfield.
Verdict
After the permanent capture of Tielemans, if Rodgers can sign Amiri it’ll strengthen them massively for the upcoming season and even see them realistically challenge the Big Six.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to Sport Bild, Leicester City are battling it out with German side Bayer Leverkusen for the Hoffenheim starlet Nadiem Amiri. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Nadiem Amiri, 22, was part of the Germany squad that lost to Spain in the Euro Under-21 final, and during the tournament, he scored three goals and registered two assists in five appearances. He has a year left on his contract with Hoffenheim and has a release clause of €14 million, although that only lasts for another month.
That being said, Leicester City must do everything possible to beat Bayer Leverkusen to the signing of Amiri.
The Foxes have already made some exciting signings this summer, with the likes of James Justin, Youri Tielemans and Ayoze Perez arriving at the King Power Stadium.
Under Brendan Rodgers, Leicester showed glimpses of promise in the second half of last season and finished a respectable ninth in the table. However, Rodgers and co. will be keen to kick on and break into the top six and beyond next term.
The Midlands club need quality and strength in depth for that to happen and thus, a move for Amiri would make complete sense. Amiri has been a regular for Hoffenheim since making his senior debut for the club in 2015. He endured an injury-hit last season in the Bundesliga, thus managing only 13 appearances.
A versatile player who can play in different positions across the midfield, the Germany Under-21 international could make a huge difference with his vision and creative passing at the King Power Stadium. Amiri is a top passer of the ball and also very good at playing line-breaking passes to set up attacking opportunities for his teammates.
He has the attributes to win the ball back from the possession as well as quickly set his team for the counter.
The potential addition of Amiri would undoubtedly bolster Leicester’s midfield ranks. The Foxes could form a fantastic midfield that beats the one they had last year, with Amiri alongside Wilfred Ndidi and Youri Tielemans. They would get enough offensive and defensive ability in their midfield.
Verdict
After the permanent capture of Tielemans, if Rodgers can sign Amiri it’ll strengthen them massively for the upcoming season and even see them realistically challenge the Big Six.
Leicester City singing this experienced 27-year-old would get them a decent replacement for Harry Maguire
by Rishap
According to a report from The Sun, Leicester City are interested in signing Brighton defender Lewis Dunk, as Brendan Rodgers contemplates over Harry Maguire’s replacement.
The Foxes centre-back is heavily linked with a summer exit, with Manchester United and Manchester City as potential suitors. Meanwhile, the Cityzens have been asked to splurge an excess of £40m in order to get the services of Dunk.
The 27-year-old has been a staple for the Seagulls over a long course, playing more than 200 games.
However, the Englishman stepped foot in the Premier League only in the 2017-18 campaign. Despite a sluggish first season in England’s top-flight, Dunk started to show promise, eventually winning the first national cap for the Three Lions in 2018. He has appeared in almost every single game for Albion and played a crucial role to avoid relegation.
Is Dunk the right replacement for Maguire?
Maguire has become an integral part of the Foxes and finding his replacement would be a dire task for Rodgers. The 26-year-old is the real motif of how to rise through the ranks. He bagged the Foxes’ Player of the Season award in his debut campaign and that speaks volumes about his capabilities.
Yet, Dunk looks an optimistic option, given his wealth of experience with English football. Furthermore, the English centre-back turned out as one of the positives for Albion amidst a disappointing season. Dunk’s stats in last season’s Premier League were rather impressive, as he averaged a pass success percentage of 83. He also averaged 5.4 clearances and 3.3 clearances per game, a little reminder of how significant he was for the Seagulls.
Final
Verdict
The Foxes had a great finish to the 2018/19 campaign, especially after the arrival of Rodgers.
Now, the former Celtic gaffer is presented with a huge task of filling the void of Maguire should he opts an exit this season. With that being said, the Foxes shouldn’t have second thoughts about signing Dunk, who comes with a reasonable price tag and tons of experience as well.
by Rishap
According to a report from The Sun, Leicester City are interested in signing Brighton defender Lewis Dunk, as Brendan Rodgers contemplates over Harry Maguire’s replacement.
The Foxes centre-back is heavily linked with a summer exit, with Manchester United and Manchester City as potential suitors. Meanwhile, the Cityzens have been asked to splurge an excess of £40m in order to get the services of Dunk.
The 27-year-old has been a staple for the Seagulls over a long course, playing more than 200 games.
However, the Englishman stepped foot in the Premier League only in the 2017-18 campaign. Despite a sluggish first season in England’s top-flight, Dunk started to show promise, eventually winning the first national cap for the Three Lions in 2018. He has appeared in almost every single game for Albion and played a crucial role to avoid relegation.
Is Dunk the right replacement for Maguire?
Maguire has become an integral part of the Foxes and finding his replacement would be a dire task for Rodgers. The 26-year-old is the real motif of how to rise through the ranks. He bagged the Foxes’ Player of the Season award in his debut campaign and that speaks volumes about his capabilities.
Yet, Dunk looks an optimistic option, given his wealth of experience with English football. Furthermore, the English centre-back turned out as one of the positives for Albion amidst a disappointing season. Dunk’s stats in last season’s Premier League were rather impressive, as he averaged a pass success percentage of 83. He also averaged 5.4 clearances and 3.3 clearances per game, a little reminder of how significant he was for the Seagulls.
Final
Verdict
The Foxes had a great finish to the 2018/19 campaign, especially after the arrival of Rodgers.
Now, the former Celtic gaffer is presented with a huge task of filling the void of Maguire should he opts an exit this season. With that being said, the Foxes shouldn’t have second thoughts about signing Dunk, who comes with a reasonable price tag and tons of experience as well.
Leicester beating Arsenal to the signing of this gifted La Liga starlet would be quite a statement
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Daily Mail, Leicester City and Arsenal are locked in a battle to sign exciting Valencia teenager Ferran Torres.
Ferran Torres, 19, is one of the most promising prospects in La Liga and shone as Valencia finished fourth in the table after a miserable start to the 2018/19 campaign, whilst reaching the Europa League semi-finals.
The teenage prodigy, one of Valencia’s outstanding performers this campaign, is also watched by the likes of Borussia Dortmund and Atletico Madrid.
Valencia will definitely look to keep hold of the young winger but could be tempted to sell if any club comes up with an offer of around £25m, adds the report. With that in mind, Leicester City must beat Arsenal to Ferran Torres’ signature. Brendan Rodgers showed plenty of signs of taking Leicester in the right direction, bringing back the fluid, rip-roaring counter-attacking style of play that had diminished under Claude Puel.
Under Rodgers, the likes of Jamie Vardy, James Maddison, Harvey Barnes, Harry Maguire and Ben Chilwell stepped up in the second half of last campaign to guide the club to a top-half finish. However, the Foxes boss will aim to challenge the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ next term and in order to make that happen, he will need more quality and depth to his squad.
Suffice to say, Leicester have an exciting pool of young talents in their ranks and each of the aforementioned players could unlock their true potential under Rodgers’ tutelage.
Keeping that in mind, Ferran Torres, who is also a sublime talent, would be yet another fantastic addition to Leicester’s rich reserve of promising youngsters. The 19-year-old has already grabbed a lot of eyeballs after impressing in his debut campaign at Valencia in the La Liga. Predominantly a right-winger who can also play on the left, the Spaniard is noted for his pace, dribbling skills and acceleration. His fearless approach and directness to run at defenders coupled with his good eye for key passes and through balls in the final third make him a potent threat up front.
Torres will add the element of unpredictability to the Leicester attack, potentially forming an exciting understanding with the likes of Maddison and Barnes. Truly, the 19-year-old fits the mould of the Leicester team and his addition can give Rodgers’ side a different dynamic in the final third of the pitch.
Verdict
Torres is by no means the finished article but he looks like a real talent and Leicester City should definitely make a genuine attempt to sign him this summer.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Daily Mail, Leicester City and Arsenal are locked in a battle to sign exciting Valencia teenager Ferran Torres.
Ferran Torres, 19, is one of the most promising prospects in La Liga and shone as Valencia finished fourth in the table after a miserable start to the 2018/19 campaign, whilst reaching the Europa League semi-finals.
The teenage prodigy, one of Valencia’s outstanding performers this campaign, is also watched by the likes of Borussia Dortmund and Atletico Madrid.
Valencia will definitely look to keep hold of the young winger but could be tempted to sell if any club comes up with an offer of around £25m, adds the report. With that in mind, Leicester City must beat Arsenal to Ferran Torres’ signature. Brendan Rodgers showed plenty of signs of taking Leicester in the right direction, bringing back the fluid, rip-roaring counter-attacking style of play that had diminished under Claude Puel.
Under Rodgers, the likes of Jamie Vardy, James Maddison, Harvey Barnes, Harry Maguire and Ben Chilwell stepped up in the second half of last campaign to guide the club to a top-half finish. However, the Foxes boss will aim to challenge the Premier League’s ‘Big Six’ next term and in order to make that happen, he will need more quality and depth to his squad.
Suffice to say, Leicester have an exciting pool of young talents in their ranks and each of the aforementioned players could unlock their true potential under Rodgers’ tutelage.
Keeping that in mind, Ferran Torres, who is also a sublime talent, would be yet another fantastic addition to Leicester’s rich reserve of promising youngsters. The 19-year-old has already grabbed a lot of eyeballs after impressing in his debut campaign at Valencia in the La Liga. Predominantly a right-winger who can also play on the left, the Spaniard is noted for his pace, dribbling skills and acceleration. His fearless approach and directness to run at defenders coupled with his good eye for key passes and through balls in the final third make him a potent threat up front.
Torres will add the element of unpredictability to the Leicester attack, potentially forming an exciting understanding with the likes of Maddison and Barnes. Truly, the 19-year-old fits the mould of the Leicester team and his addition can give Rodgers’ side a different dynamic in the final third of the pitch.
Verdict
Torres is by no means the finished article but he looks like a real talent and Leicester City should definitely make a genuine attempt to sign him this summer.
For just £15m, Leicester can enhance their midfield quality by multiple folds and Rodgers has to do this
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Examiner, Leicester City are one of a host of Premier League clubs interested in signing Huddersfield Town midfielder, Aaron Mooy.
Huddersfield Town are preparing for a Championship campaign after two seasons in the Premier League ended in relegation. Aaron Mooy has been one of Huddersfield’s most important players since joining on loan from Manchester City in 2016 and subsequently signing permanently in 2017. He was one of the Terriers’ rare bright sparks in an otherwise forgettable 2018/19 campaign.
The Australian international, 28, is contracted to Huddersfield Town until next summer, with Town having the option to extend those terms by a further 12 onths. However, the report claims Premier League clubs believe Mooy can be signed for around £15m. That being said, Leicester City should go all out to sign Aaron Mooy this summer.
Leicester City are yet to make a signing in the Brendan Rodgers era despite the summer transfer window being wide open for a month now. Rodgers has been assured funds this summer in his pursuit to break the Premier League’s top-six, after finishing the last season in ninth place.
The Leicester faithful can be excited for the future, now that they have Rodgers in charge. The Northern Irishman has a really good squad comprising of thrilling young talents and some experienced internationals. In order to fulfil the 2019/20 campaign’s aims and objectives, the Foxes will need to add some more quality to their squad.
The club are still trying to sign AS Monaco midfielder Youri Tielemans, following an impressive loan spell in the second half of the 2018/19 campaign.
The Belgian has also been the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, which has made it difficult for Leicester to get a deal done. Should a deal not materialise, the Foxes must switch their attention towards bringing in Aaron Mooy. Mooy will be a good alternative for Tielemans, thanks to his distribution skills, flair and ability to pick a pass in the final third.
Those qualities have helped him thrive as the creative fulcrum of Huddersfield Town since joining from Manchester City a few years ago. He can also flourish in a deeper role and boss the game with his passing and tackling skills. The Australian international’s energy and intensity to drive his team forward from midfield makes him such a quality player. Plus, Mooy has now good Premier League experience, which will be helpful in a relatively youthful Leicester squad under Rodgers.
Verdict
There is no doubt that Mooy has the qualities to play in the Premier League. Valued at around £15m, the Foxes could make a smart addition to their squad by bagging the 28-year-old’s signature.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from the Examiner, Leicester City are one of a host of Premier League clubs interested in signing Huddersfield Town midfielder, Aaron Mooy.
Huddersfield Town are preparing for a Championship campaign after two seasons in the Premier League ended in relegation. Aaron Mooy has been one of Huddersfield’s most important players since joining on loan from Manchester City in 2016 and subsequently signing permanently in 2017. He was one of the Terriers’ rare bright sparks in an otherwise forgettable 2018/19 campaign.
The Australian international, 28, is contracted to Huddersfield Town until next summer, with Town having the option to extend those terms by a further 12 onths. However, the report claims Premier League clubs believe Mooy can be signed for around £15m. That being said, Leicester City should go all out to sign Aaron Mooy this summer.
Leicester City are yet to make a signing in the Brendan Rodgers era despite the summer transfer window being wide open for a month now. Rodgers has been assured funds this summer in his pursuit to break the Premier League’s top-six, after finishing the last season in ninth place.
The Leicester faithful can be excited for the future, now that they have Rodgers in charge. The Northern Irishman has a really good squad comprising of thrilling young talents and some experienced internationals. In order to fulfil the 2019/20 campaign’s aims and objectives, the Foxes will need to add some more quality to their squad.
The club are still trying to sign AS Monaco midfielder Youri Tielemans, following an impressive loan spell in the second half of the 2018/19 campaign.
The Belgian has also been the subject of interest from Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United, which has made it difficult for Leicester to get a deal done. Should a deal not materialise, the Foxes must switch their attention towards bringing in Aaron Mooy. Mooy will be a good alternative for Tielemans, thanks to his distribution skills, flair and ability to pick a pass in the final third.
Those qualities have helped him thrive as the creative fulcrum of Huddersfield Town since joining from Manchester City a few years ago. He can also flourish in a deeper role and boss the game with his passing and tackling skills. The Australian international’s energy and intensity to drive his team forward from midfield makes him such a quality player. Plus, Mooy has now good Premier League experience, which will be helpful in a relatively youthful Leicester squad under Rodgers.
Verdict
There is no doubt that Mooy has the qualities to play in the Premier League. Valued at around £15m, the Foxes could make a smart addition to their squad by bagging the 28-year-old’s signature.
Leicester City should stake their claim to sign this January target who lit up the Championship with 22 goals
by Rohan Sengupta
Back in January, the Leicester Mercury claimed Leicester City were one of a host of clubs interested in signing Birmingham City star, Che Adams. However, a move didn’t materialise and the 22-year-old stayed with the Blues.
Che Adams, 22, is one of the hottest properties in the Championship, and enjoyed a stellar campaign with Birmingham City, scoring an impressive 22 goals. It was his partnership with Lukas Jutkiewicz up front that primarily played a role in helping the Blues finish 17th in the Championship table.
Keeping his performances from last season in mind, Leicester City must reignite their interest in Adams. The Foxes are yet to sign a player in the summer transfer window. Brendan Rodgers will be keen to add new faces to his squad, as he bids to break into the top-six next term. There has been an identity and change in Leicester’s pattern of play after the arrival of Rodgers at the King Power Stadium which should give the fans a lot of optimism for the future.
Nonetheless, it doesn’t change the fact that the Midlands club are in need of some quality additions over the summer. An area that Rodgers should target is the forward department, with competition and cover needed for first-choice centre-forward Jamie Vardy from next term. Vardy, 32, was in electric form in the second half of last season under Rodgers. And while the English striker did well, he is 32 and could give two seasons at the highest level at the most. Rodgers should start planning for the future and sign a player who’ll potentially replace Vardy up front in a couple of seasons.
Che Adams would be an excellent fit at the King Power Stadium. He has earned rave reviews for his performances in the Championship last season and Leicester shouldn’t think twice in getting his signature this summer. The 22-year-old is not only a clinical finisher in front of goal but is equally adept at creating opportunities for his teammates. Strong, forceful and difficult to shake off easily, he works really hard off the ball and can run tirelessly throughout the game. Adams is a physical presence who can win aerial battles, create chances for his teammates and make runs in behind defenders.
The former England Under-20 international is a promising young talent who is capable of stretching defences. He could be brilliant from the bench as well, replacing Vardy in games after he has worn down defences. All in all, Adams looks ready for the step up and Leicester could be the ideal place for his further development.
Verdict
Rodgers’ side does need further firepower up front, and Adams appears to have the potential to be a smash hit as early as next season if he does join.
by Rohan Sengupta
Back in January, the Leicester Mercury claimed Leicester City were one of a host of clubs interested in signing Birmingham City star, Che Adams. However, a move didn’t materialise and the 22-year-old stayed with the Blues.
Che Adams, 22, is one of the hottest properties in the Championship, and enjoyed a stellar campaign with Birmingham City, scoring an impressive 22 goals. It was his partnership with Lukas Jutkiewicz up front that primarily played a role in helping the Blues finish 17th in the Championship table.
Keeping his performances from last season in mind, Leicester City must reignite their interest in Adams. The Foxes are yet to sign a player in the summer transfer window. Brendan Rodgers will be keen to add new faces to his squad, as he bids to break into the top-six next term. There has been an identity and change in Leicester’s pattern of play after the arrival of Rodgers at the King Power Stadium which should give the fans a lot of optimism for the future.
Nonetheless, it doesn’t change the fact that the Midlands club are in need of some quality additions over the summer. An area that Rodgers should target is the forward department, with competition and cover needed for first-choice centre-forward Jamie Vardy from next term. Vardy, 32, was in electric form in the second half of last season under Rodgers. And while the English striker did well, he is 32 and could give two seasons at the highest level at the most. Rodgers should start planning for the future and sign a player who’ll potentially replace Vardy up front in a couple of seasons.
Che Adams would be an excellent fit at the King Power Stadium. He has earned rave reviews for his performances in the Championship last season and Leicester shouldn’t think twice in getting his signature this summer. The 22-year-old is not only a clinical finisher in front of goal but is equally adept at creating opportunities for his teammates. Strong, forceful and difficult to shake off easily, he works really hard off the ball and can run tirelessly throughout the game. Adams is a physical presence who can win aerial battles, create chances for his teammates and make runs in behind defenders.
The former England Under-20 international is a promising young talent who is capable of stretching defences. He could be brilliant from the bench as well, replacing Vardy in games after he has worn down defences. All in all, Adams looks ready for the step up and Leicester could be the ideal place for his further development.
Verdict
Rodgers’ side does need further firepower up front, and Adams appears to have the potential to be a smash hit as early as next season if he does join.
Leicester would burn down everything they’ve built so far if they offload 25-year-old speed demon
by Shamanth Jayaram
According to a report from Leicestershire Live, Italian champions Juventus have added Leicester City’s Ricardo Pereira on the list of their potential signings to replace their full-back Joao Cancelo, who is expected to sign for Premier League champions Manchester City in the coming days.
Cancelo has been an integral part of Juventus’ squad since Dani Alves left the club and losing him would be a massive blow. The report reveals that Tottenham’s Kieran Trippier, Barcelona’s Nelson Semedo along with Pereira are potential options but Leicester should at no cost entertain any offers for the Portuguese international.
The Foxes have been revitalised since the appointment of Brendan Rodgers and the former Liverpool boss will be keen on continuing his good start to life at the King Power.
Pereira has been an integral part of Leicester City, both under Claude Puel and under Rodgers, and losing him would be a monumental blow. The Portuguese international was one of Leicester’s best players last season, where he provided the almost perfect balance between attack and defence. The former Porto man scored twice and assisted 7 more times which is an outstanding return in his debut season.
At 25 years of age, it is no surprise that a club as big as Juventus are interested in a player as talented as Pereira but cashing in on him would be taking a step backwards for Leicester, who will be looking to finish in the European places next season.
Leicester are already at the risk of losing their star central defender Harry Maguire, who has been heavily linked with a move to one of the two Manchester clubs. Losing Pereira along with him could prove to be a costly mistake ahead of an important season. Pereira is entering the peak years of his career and his best is yet to come despite having a hugely impressive season. Rodgers needs to make sure that his star full-back stays put despite reports of interest from the Italian champions.
Conclusion
Selling Ricardo Pereira would be a huge mistake on Leicester City’s part this summer. The Portuguese international has settled in very well in England and losing him just before he reaches his prime would be detrimental to Leicester’s ambitions in the coming years. smartest signings of the summer if they can land this £43.5m powerhouse
by Shamanth Jayaram
According to a report from Leicestershire Live, Italian champions Juventus have added Leicester City’s Ricardo Pereira on the list of their potential signings to replace their full-back Joao Cancelo, who is expected to sign for Premier League champions Manchester City in the coming days.
Cancelo has been an integral part of Juventus’ squad since Dani Alves left the club and losing him would be a massive blow. The report reveals that Tottenham’s Kieran Trippier, Barcelona’s Nelson Semedo along with Pereira are potential options but Leicester should at no cost entertain any offers for the Portuguese international.
The Foxes have been revitalised since the appointment of Brendan Rodgers and the former Liverpool boss will be keen on continuing his good start to life at the King Power.
Pereira has been an integral part of Leicester City, both under Claude Puel and under Rodgers, and losing him would be a monumental blow. The Portuguese international was one of Leicester’s best players last season, where he provided the almost perfect balance between attack and defence. The former Porto man scored twice and assisted 7 more times which is an outstanding return in his debut season.
At 25 years of age, it is no surprise that a club as big as Juventus are interested in a player as talented as Pereira but cashing in on him would be taking a step backwards for Leicester, who will be looking to finish in the European places next season.
Leicester are already at the risk of losing their star central defender Harry Maguire, who has been heavily linked with a move to one of the two Manchester clubs. Losing Pereira along with him could prove to be a costly mistake ahead of an important season. Pereira is entering the peak years of his career and his best is yet to come despite having a hugely impressive season. Rodgers needs to make sure that his star full-back stays put despite reports of interest from the Italian champions.
Conclusion
Selling Ricardo Pereira would be a huge mistake on Leicester City’s part this summer. The Portuguese international has settled in very well in England and losing him just before he reaches his prime would be detrimental to Leicester’s ambitions in the coming years. smartest signings of the summer if they can land this £43.5m powerhouse
If Maguire leaves the club, Leicester signing this 27-year-old PL star is an absolute no-brainer
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from Leicester Mercury, Leicester City are ready to smash their record transfer fee to sign Brighton defender Lewis Dunk.
The 27-year-old played a crucial role in Brighton’s promotion to the Premier League a few years back. He was one of the very few standout performers for the Seagulls last season, making 36 league appearances as the sea coast club narrowly avoided relegation. Lewis Dunk has established himself as a top-flight defender and made his international debut last year in a 3-0 win against the USA. He has developed himself to be a solid and reliable performer in his time with Brighton in the Premier League and Leicester could do well by signing him up this summer.
The Foxes would be aiming to break into the top-six next season after finishing ninth in the Premier League table under Brendan Rodgers. With Rodgers at the helm, the Leicester fans could be optimistic about the future, given how well the players have performed, following the Northern Irishman’s appointment in February. The Midlands outfit urgently need to strengthen at the back this summer, with Wes Morgan coming to the end of his career. Harry Maguire’s future lies away from the King Power Stadium but has not yet been finalised with Manchester City and Manchester United battling for his signature.
If Maguire leaves Leicester this summer, Dunk could be viewed as a direct replacement. Dunk has proven himself to be a solid, reliable and highly determined presence at the heart of Brighton’s backline during the last two Premier League seasons. The one-cap England international is a Brighton boy through and through, having already made 270 appearances at the Amex stadium. Standing at 6ft 3in tall, the 27-year-old is an aerially dominant defender, who can go toe-to-toe with physically strong forwards.
He is adept at winning every aerial duel and while Dunk may not be as assured as Maguire with the ball at his feet, he makes it up with his burst of acceleration and positional awareness. Due to his towering frame, the Brighton-born defender is an asset to have at both ends of the pitch. He’s excellent at making blocks and interceptions, not shying away from the physical side of the game at all.
Dunk, a natural leader and vocal presence at the back, may be tempted by the idea of joining an exciting Leicester side after spending his career so far with the Seagulls.
Verdict
Brighton have already signed Matt Clarke from Portsmouth. That makes it a tad bit easier for Leicester to convince the English defender to join them as a potential replacement for exit-linked Maguire.
by Rohan Sengupta
According to a report from Leicester Mercury, Leicester City are ready to smash their record transfer fee to sign Brighton defender Lewis Dunk.
The 27-year-old played a crucial role in Brighton’s promotion to the Premier League a few years back. He was one of the very few standout performers for the Seagulls last season, making 36 league appearances as the sea coast club narrowly avoided relegation. Lewis Dunk has established himself as a top-flight defender and made his international debut last year in a 3-0 win against the USA. He has developed himself to be a solid and reliable performer in his time with Brighton in the Premier League and Leicester could do well by signing him up this summer.
The Foxes would be aiming to break into the top-six next season after finishing ninth in the Premier League table under Brendan Rodgers. With Rodgers at the helm, the Leicester fans could be optimistic about the future, given how well the players have performed, following the Northern Irishman’s appointment in February. The Midlands outfit urgently need to strengthen at the back this summer, with Wes Morgan coming to the end of his career. Harry Maguire’s future lies away from the King Power Stadium but has not yet been finalised with Manchester City and Manchester United battling for his signature.
If Maguire leaves Leicester this summer, Dunk could be viewed as a direct replacement. Dunk has proven himself to be a solid, reliable and highly determined presence at the heart of Brighton’s backline during the last two Premier League seasons. The one-cap England international is a Brighton boy through and through, having already made 270 appearances at the Amex stadium. Standing at 6ft 3in tall, the 27-year-old is an aerially dominant defender, who can go toe-to-toe with physically strong forwards.
He is adept at winning every aerial duel and while Dunk may not be as assured as Maguire with the ball at his feet, he makes it up with his burst of acceleration and positional awareness. Due to his towering frame, the Brighton-born defender is an asset to have at both ends of the pitch. He’s excellent at making blocks and interceptions, not shying away from the physical side of the game at all.
Dunk, a natural leader and vocal presence at the back, may be tempted by the idea of joining an exciting Leicester side after spending his career so far with the Seagulls.
Verdict
Brighton have already signed Matt Clarke from Portsmouth. That makes it a tad bit easier for Leicester to convince the English defender to join them as a potential replacement for exit-linked Maguire.
Leicester signing this 24-year-old Aston Villa star would make them ultra strong in the midfield
by Siddhant Lazar
According to reports from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City have upped their interest in Aston Villa star John McGinn. A midfielder that has caught Brendan Rodgers’ eye, the report states that the 24-year-old was targeted even before he moved to the Lions.
However, since then, McGinn has improved even further, becoming a key part of their promoted squad. It’s why a move makes a lot of sense for Leicester City but only if the Foxes aren’t able for some reason to keep Youri Tielemans.
Because as midfielders go, the Belgian is the perfect man not just for Leicester City but as his six odd month spell in England proved, for the Premier League. With time, he’ll not just become one of the best in England but maybe the world.
That’s just how much potential Tielemans has and while John McGinn is certainly talented, he is miles behind the Belgian. Yet at the same time, McGinn is eerily similar to Tielemans in many ways. A central midfielder, McGinn can play across the midfield even as a defensive midfielder. While that shows a wide range of skills, it’s in the centre of the park that McGinn excels, doing his best work from there. An all-action midfielder, the Aston Villa star has a very defensive bone in his body and thus can be used much deeper. It’s where Tielemans plays as a box-to-box midfielder and often transitions into a deep-lying defensive playmaker.
It’s just what Leicester City need and given the fact that the Mirror has reported that the 24-year old’s transfer fee isn’t above £4 million. That’s well within the affordable bracket for any Premier League club and more importantly, when he clicks, that fee will be a bargain. If there is one thing that Leicester City have done well with, it’s bargain stars. John McGinn’s defensive nuance, accurate passing, offensive instincts and his tenacity allowed him to flourish in the Championship.The move had many believing that Mcginn would struggle to adapt but the Scottish international took to it like a fish to water. And as he proved, with time, the same should happen in the Premier League.
Conclusion
Leicester City needs a new midfielder given the struggles that Hamza Choudhury, Matty James and Daniel Amartey have had. It’s why a move for John McGinn makes so much sense, but as mentioned many times above, only if they cannot get Youri Tielemans.
by Siddhant Lazar
According to reports from the Leicester Mercury, Leicester City have upped their interest in Aston Villa star John McGinn. A midfielder that has caught Brendan Rodgers’ eye, the report states that the 24-year-old was targeted even before he moved to the Lions.
However, since then, McGinn has improved even further, becoming a key part of their promoted squad. It’s why a move makes a lot of sense for Leicester City but only if the Foxes aren’t able for some reason to keep Youri Tielemans.
Because as midfielders go, the Belgian is the perfect man not just for Leicester City but as his six odd month spell in England proved, for the Premier League. With time, he’ll not just become one of the best in England but maybe the world.
That’s just how much potential Tielemans has and while John McGinn is certainly talented, he is miles behind the Belgian. Yet at the same time, McGinn is eerily similar to Tielemans in many ways. A central midfielder, McGinn can play across the midfield even as a defensive midfielder. While that shows a wide range of skills, it’s in the centre of the park that McGinn excels, doing his best work from there. An all-action midfielder, the Aston Villa star has a very defensive bone in his body and thus can be used much deeper. It’s where Tielemans plays as a box-to-box midfielder and often transitions into a deep-lying defensive playmaker.
It’s just what Leicester City need and given the fact that the Mirror has reported that the 24-year old’s transfer fee isn’t above £4 million. That’s well within the affordable bracket for any Premier League club and more importantly, when he clicks, that fee will be a bargain. If there is one thing that Leicester City have done well with, it’s bargain stars. John McGinn’s defensive nuance, accurate passing, offensive instincts and his tenacity allowed him to flourish in the Championship.The move had many believing that Mcginn would struggle to adapt but the Scottish international took to it like a fish to water. And as he proved, with time, the same should happen in the Premier League.
Conclusion
Leicester City needs a new midfielder given the struggles that Hamza Choudhury, Matty James and Daniel Amartey have had. It’s why a move for John McGinn makes so much sense, but as mentioned many times above, only if they cannot get Youri Tielemans.
Leicester signing this up and coming 23-year-old starlet as a part of Maguire sale would be a really smart piece of business
by Suwaid Fazal
According to reports in the Sun, Manchester United are ready to offload Andreas Pereira to Leicester City in any deal that might see Harry Maguire go the other way.
United have been heavily linked with Maguire since the start of last season after his impressive displays for England in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. United aren’t the only interested party for the England International’s signature as their neighbours, Manchester City, are also in the running.
The report from the Sun suggests that United are unwilling to meet Leicester City’s valuation of Maguire, having stamped a ridiculous valuation of £90million.
The report also states that Brendan Rodgers is an admirer of the 23-year-old Pereira and even wanted him at Park Head when he was at the helm at Celtic. The offer is suggested to be a loan-deal and Leicester would be getting a player with a lot of potential and versatility. Pereira has had two loan spells in the La Liga with Valencia and Granada before breaking through the United first-team last season.
After losing his place under Jose Mourinho after a disastrous game against Brighton, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tried to instil some confidence in the Brazilian but an error against Burnley was believed to be the end of Pereira’s United career. It wasn’t to be, however, as Pereira made a substitute appearance against arch-rivals Liverpool, where he impressed massively and took the game in his stride to conjure up some very impressive performances thereafter against the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Southampton.
Pereira, with a little patience, can be a great squad player for any team. He’s capable of doing a job in most midfield positions and even doing a job on the flanks as a wide-midfielder if required.
Leicester impressed last season but fell just short of a Europa League spot, having finished in 8th place behind Wolverhampton Wanderers. Leicester have no urgency to sell Harry Maguire and will need a player with his qualities to make that step up for a Europa League or even a Champions League place.
Conclusion
There’s a great opportunity for the best of rest this season, with Arsenal’s restricted budget, United’s collapse last season and Chelsea’s transfer ban.
Leicester City have shown signs of an attacking identity under Brendan Rodgers and will be hoping to continue in this fashion after spells of pragmatic football under Claudio Ranieri and Claude Puel.
by Suwaid Fazal
According to reports in the Sun, Manchester United are ready to offload Andreas Pereira to Leicester City in any deal that might see Harry Maguire go the other way.
United have been heavily linked with Maguire since the start of last season after his impressive displays for England in the 2018 FIFA World Cup. United aren’t the only interested party for the England International’s signature as their neighbours, Manchester City, are also in the running.
The report from the Sun suggests that United are unwilling to meet Leicester City’s valuation of Maguire, having stamped a ridiculous valuation of £90million.
The report also states that Brendan Rodgers is an admirer of the 23-year-old Pereira and even wanted him at Park Head when he was at the helm at Celtic. The offer is suggested to be a loan-deal and Leicester would be getting a player with a lot of potential and versatility. Pereira has had two loan spells in the La Liga with Valencia and Granada before breaking through the United first-team last season.
After losing his place under Jose Mourinho after a disastrous game against Brighton, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer tried to instil some confidence in the Brazilian but an error against Burnley was believed to be the end of Pereira’s United career. It wasn’t to be, however, as Pereira made a substitute appearance against arch-rivals Liverpool, where he impressed massively and took the game in his stride to conjure up some very impressive performances thereafter against the likes of Paris Saint-Germain and Southampton.
Pereira, with a little patience, can be a great squad player for any team. He’s capable of doing a job in most midfield positions and even doing a job on the flanks as a wide-midfielder if required.
Leicester impressed last season but fell just short of a Europa League spot, having finished in 8th place behind Wolverhampton Wanderers. Leicester have no urgency to sell Harry Maguire and will need a player with his qualities to make that step up for a Europa League or even a Champions League place.
Conclusion
There’s a great opportunity for the best of rest this season, with Arsenal’s restricted budget, United’s collapse last season and Chelsea’s transfer ban.
Leicester City have shown signs of an attacking identity under Brendan Rodgers and will be hoping to continue in this fashion after spells of pragmatic football under Claudio Ranieri and Claude Puel.
Leicester pursuing their interest in this talented €20m summer target would be a masterstroke by Rodgers
by Shamanth Jayaram
The Guardian reported in April that Leicester City had sent scouts to watch SPAL’s Andrea Petagna. The report revealed that the Foxes were considering a €20millionbid this summer but the rumours have since quietened down.
The Foxes have just Jamie Vardy in their squad as a prolific number 9. Kelechi Iheanacho has been hugely underwhelming while Shinji Okazaki has been released by the club.Islam Slimani, who spent the season on loan at Fenerbahce, is unlikely to have a chance again after a disappointing spell in Turkey.
Vardy carried the Foxes to a top half finish in the Premier League last season by scoring 18 goals. The Englishman will undoubtedly remain the first choice at the King Power but at 32 years of age, he will need some support next season. Brendan Rodgers will be looking to have an impact in his first ever transfer window as Leicester boss and a new striker should be high up in his agenda.
The Foxes should reconsider their previously reported target in Andrea Petagna and the Italian would be a very smart signing.
Petagna is a completely different striker to Jamie Vardy and this could turn into a massive advantage if Leicester decide to play two up front next season.
Unlike the Englishman who plays on the shoulder of the last defender, Petagna is more of a false-nine who drops deep to help out in the build-up.
In ways similar to Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino, the Italian likes to drag the centre-halves with him when he drops deep to receive the ball, which would open up a ton of space for his fellow striker to exploit. If paired up with Vardy next season, the Englishman will have a field day with the amount of free space left open by the defender who will be dragged in by Petagna and Leicester can be sure of a good return of goals from their attackers.
The 23-year-old finished the season with a spectacular return of 17 goals and if he can get anywhere near that amount in the Premier League, the Foxes’ chances of a place in the Europa League spots at the end of next season.
Conclusion
€20 million for a player of Andrea Petagna who has a decade of top-level football in front of him will be an absolute bargain for Leicester and Brendan Rodgers should make sure that the club pursue their interest in him in the summer.
by Shamanth Jayaram
The Guardian reported in April that Leicester City had sent scouts to watch SPAL’s Andrea Petagna. The report revealed that the Foxes were considering a €20millionbid this summer but the rumours have since quietened down.
The Foxes have just Jamie Vardy in their squad as a prolific number 9. Kelechi Iheanacho has been hugely underwhelming while Shinji Okazaki has been released by the club.Islam Slimani, who spent the season on loan at Fenerbahce, is unlikely to have a chance again after a disappointing spell in Turkey.
Vardy carried the Foxes to a top half finish in the Premier League last season by scoring 18 goals. The Englishman will undoubtedly remain the first choice at the King Power but at 32 years of age, he will need some support next season. Brendan Rodgers will be looking to have an impact in his first ever transfer window as Leicester boss and a new striker should be high up in his agenda.
The Foxes should reconsider their previously reported target in Andrea Petagna and the Italian would be a very smart signing.
Petagna is a completely different striker to Jamie Vardy and this could turn into a massive advantage if Leicester decide to play two up front next season.
Unlike the Englishman who plays on the shoulder of the last defender, Petagna is more of a false-nine who drops deep to help out in the build-up.
In ways similar to Liverpool’s Roberto Firmino, the Italian likes to drag the centre-halves with him when he drops deep to receive the ball, which would open up a ton of space for his fellow striker to exploit. If paired up with Vardy next season, the Englishman will have a field day with the amount of free space left open by the defender who will be dragged in by Petagna and Leicester can be sure of a good return of goals from their attackers.
The 23-year-old finished the season with a spectacular return of 17 goals and if he can get anywhere near that amount in the Premier League, the Foxes’ chances of a place in the Europa League spots at the end of next season.
Conclusion
€20 million for a player of Andrea Petagna who has a decade of top-level football in front of him will be an absolute bargain for Leicester and Brendan Rodgers should make sure that the club pursue their interest in him in the summer.
Who is this 17-year-old sensation on Leicester and West Ham’s radar? The future of Scotland?
by Mizgan Masani
According to the Sun, Premier League duo Leicester City and West Ham United are looking to sign young Motherwell starlet Reece McAlear this summer.
The 17-year-old, who has massive potential and has been one of the stars in the youth level games, has a contract at the Well until the summer of 2020. The Scottish side are desperate to keep hold of him as they seek to hand him his senior debut sooner than later (h/t Sun).
However, it would be tough as Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers, who kept a close eye on the midfielder when he was at Celtic, is looking to make a move for him this summer. West Ham are also in the race. (h/t Sun) Having played for the Steelman U-20s at the age of 15 and having already represented the Scotland youth team, McAlear looks set to have a great future.As per the report, there is a possibility that greater wage offer from either Premier League club could turn his head away from Motherwell. (h/t Sun)
Without further ado, let us take a good look at the teenager in a scout report:
Scout report – Reece McAlearReece McAlear is a central midfield player who can operate in two to three positions across that area of the field.
He is a tall player (1.85m) who likes to dominate the ball, protect it with physical strength and spray the passes around with utmost ease. His technical qualities are right up there, considering he is only 17 at this moment in time. The youngster made an appearance for the U-20s at the age of 15 itself and looked comfortable. He has impressed everyone around the youth academy and been touted to be one of the stars of Scottish football in the future.
Conclusion
All in all, we can say that Reece McAlear has all the tools to become a midfield sensation in a few years time. He just needs proper coaching when graduating from youth level to the senior team of any club.
If the youngster moves to either of the Premier League clubs, especially Leicester, it would be good for his future. This is because the manager and the facilities down at the King Power Stadium promote youth talents to show their skills on the big stage.
by Mizgan Masani
According to the Sun, Premier League duo Leicester City and West Ham United are looking to sign young Motherwell starlet Reece McAlear this summer.
The 17-year-old, who has massive potential and has been one of the stars in the youth level games, has a contract at the Well until the summer of 2020. The Scottish side are desperate to keep hold of him as they seek to hand him his senior debut sooner than later (h/t Sun).
However, it would be tough as Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers, who kept a close eye on the midfielder when he was at Celtic, is looking to make a move for him this summer. West Ham are also in the race. (h/t Sun) Having played for the Steelman U-20s at the age of 15 and having already represented the Scotland youth team, McAlear looks set to have a great future.As per the report, there is a possibility that greater wage offer from either Premier League club could turn his head away from Motherwell. (h/t Sun)
Without further ado, let us take a good look at the teenager in a scout report:
Scout report – Reece McAlearReece McAlear is a central midfield player who can operate in two to three positions across that area of the field.
He is a tall player (1.85m) who likes to dominate the ball, protect it with physical strength and spray the passes around with utmost ease. His technical qualities are right up there, considering he is only 17 at this moment in time. The youngster made an appearance for the U-20s at the age of 15 itself and looked comfortable. He has impressed everyone around the youth academy and been touted to be one of the stars of Scottish football in the future.
Conclusion
All in all, we can say that Reece McAlear has all the tools to become a midfield sensation in a few years time. He just needs proper coaching when graduating from youth level to the senior team of any club.
If the youngster moves to either of the Premier League clubs, especially Leicester, it would be good for his future. This is because the manager and the facilities down at the King Power Stadium promote youth talents to show their skills on the big stage.
Rodgers joining hands with this £10m Celtic star would make Leicester a force to reckon with next season
by Mizgan Masani
According to a report in Leicester Mercury, Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers is interested in signing Celtic playmaker Callum McGregor during this transfer window.
The duo has worked together before when the gaffer was in Celtic, where the player is currently plying his trade.
As per the report, the Scottish champions value the player at around £10m, who has a contract at Parkhead until the summer of 2023, having signed an extension last December. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Along with Leicester, their Premier League rivals Brighton and Watford are also interested in the Scotland international (h/t Leicester Mercury), who has played over 150 top-flight games for Celtic, winning multiple titles. Here’s why the Foxes should beat the others for the signature of the 26-year-old: McGregor’s versatility would be usefulPredominantly a central midfield player who can play the dual number 10 role in a 4-1-4-1 formation, Callum McGregor can play in a double-pivot central midfield or as one of the wide midfielders in a 4-3-3 formation.
With three goals and 10 assists and tonnes of key chances created in 30 league appearances last season, the Scotland international shows that he is right up there when it comes to fabricating goal scoring chances for the team.
In terms of his attributes, the 26-year-old possesses a good turn of pace on the ball, can dribble past defenders in tight areas to open up space in between the lines, can pick a pass from deeper positions and is good at closing people down without the ball to help the team. All in all, McGregor could be an ideal player under Rodgers, especially in a team of Leicester’s quality. Having worked together till February of this year, the training regimes and understanding as to how one thinks about the game won’t be a problem for this duo.
Conclusion
Hence, Leicester shouldn’t hesitate in forking out the cash to get the Celtic man. With Youri Tielemans’ future at the King Power Stadium still not confirmed (h/t Leicester Mercury), McGregor’s addition could be welcome.
by Mizgan Masani
According to a report in Leicester Mercury, Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers is interested in signing Celtic playmaker Callum McGregor during this transfer window.
The duo has worked together before when the gaffer was in Celtic, where the player is currently plying his trade.
As per the report, the Scottish champions value the player at around £10m, who has a contract at Parkhead until the summer of 2023, having signed an extension last December. (h/t Leicester Mercury)
Along with Leicester, their Premier League rivals Brighton and Watford are also interested in the Scotland international (h/t Leicester Mercury), who has played over 150 top-flight games for Celtic, winning multiple titles. Here’s why the Foxes should beat the others for the signature of the 26-year-old: McGregor’s versatility would be usefulPredominantly a central midfield player who can play the dual number 10 role in a 4-1-4-1 formation, Callum McGregor can play in a double-pivot central midfield or as one of the wide midfielders in a 4-3-3 formation.
With three goals and 10 assists and tonnes of key chances created in 30 league appearances last season, the Scotland international shows that he is right up there when it comes to fabricating goal scoring chances for the team.
In terms of his attributes, the 26-year-old possesses a good turn of pace on the ball, can dribble past defenders in tight areas to open up space in between the lines, can pick a pass from deeper positions and is good at closing people down without the ball to help the team. All in all, McGregor could be an ideal player under Rodgers, especially in a team of Leicester’s quality. Having worked together till February of this year, the training regimes and understanding as to how one thinks about the game won’t be a problem for this duo.
Conclusion
Hence, Leicester shouldn’t hesitate in forking out the cash to get the Celtic man. With Youri Tielemans’ future at the King Power Stadium still not confirmed (h/t Leicester Mercury), McGregor’s addition could be welcome.
Leicester City completing a bargain deal for this 24-year-old star would be an absolute steal by Rodgers
by Siddhant Lazar
According to reports from English news outlet the Liverpool Echo, Leicester Cityare very keen on a move for Denis Bouanga. The Foxes are looking for their next bargain buy and believe that the Gabonese star is their man. Currently contracted to Nimes Olympique, the 24-year-old has done well for himself since making the move over from FC Lorient.
Denis Bouanga finished the season with 8 goals and 3 assists to his name, which does mean that only Jamie Vardy scored more goals. Demarai Gray, Rachid Ghezzal, and even Kelechi Iheanacho suffered from very form, managed to net just 9 goals between themselves.
That alone showcases just why Leicester City need reinforcements and they need them fast. The club has started to change and while it’s good to see the Foxes changing their transfer strategy after a series of rather bad moves, they need to keep to their core. The core that helped them reach the Premier League in the first place, a core that saw the rise of players like Riyad Mahrez, N’Golo Kante, Danny Drinkwater and even Jamie Vardy. Sure, they had more than a few flops even then, but it was the budget moves that helped the club get to where they are right now.
Now, with them losing Riyad Mahrez last summer and failing to adequately replace him, Leicester City needs to add someone like Denis Bouanga. A speedy winger, Bouanga is clearly talented and has improved his ability in front of goal over the years. It was on show at the AFCON 2017, with the then 22-year-old flourishing for his home nation of Gabon. Not only that, Denis Bouanga played even better than Gabonese and European superstar Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang, gaining plaudits for his performances.
His movement was intelligent and his eye for goal was great and it has become even sharper. He finished his last season for FC Lorient with 13 goals and 4 assists in all competition, before leaving for Nimes last summer.
It’s here that Denis Bouanga found his scoring touch, producing 10 goals in just 38 appearances in his debut season. However, what has improved most is his movement and creativity, with the 24-year-old creating more chances than he ever has. That bodes well for Leicester City and it’s a move that will do the club a lot of good to try and re-establish themselves in the Premier League.
Conclusion
Leicester City need a few new additions and they do not have to be world-class superstars, at least not right now. The Foxes have a young squad and they just need to tinker with that to find the right combination, and adding someone like Denis Bouanga will help them achieve that goal.
by Siddhant Lazar
According to reports from English news outlet the Liverpool Echo, Leicester Cityare very keen on a move for Denis Bouanga. The Foxes are looking for their next bargain buy and believe that the Gabonese star is their man. Currently contracted to Nimes Olympique, the 24-year-old has done well for himself since making the move over from FC Lorient.
Denis Bouanga finished the season with 8 goals and 3 assists to his name, which does mean that only Jamie Vardy scored more goals. Demarai Gray, Rachid Ghezzal, and even Kelechi Iheanacho suffered from very form, managed to net just 9 goals between themselves.
That alone showcases just why Leicester City need reinforcements and they need them fast. The club has started to change and while it’s good to see the Foxes changing their transfer strategy after a series of rather bad moves, they need to keep to their core. The core that helped them reach the Premier League in the first place, a core that saw the rise of players like Riyad Mahrez, N’Golo Kante, Danny Drinkwater and even Jamie Vardy. Sure, they had more than a few flops even then, but it was the budget moves that helped the club get to where they are right now.
Now, with them losing Riyad Mahrez last summer and failing to adequately replace him, Leicester City needs to add someone like Denis Bouanga. A speedy winger, Bouanga is clearly talented and has improved his ability in front of goal over the years. It was on show at the AFCON 2017, with the then 22-year-old flourishing for his home nation of Gabon. Not only that, Denis Bouanga played even better than Gabonese and European superstar Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang, gaining plaudits for his performances.
His movement was intelligent and his eye for goal was great and it has become even sharper. He finished his last season for FC Lorient with 13 goals and 4 assists in all competition, before leaving for Nimes last summer.
It’s here that Denis Bouanga found his scoring touch, producing 10 goals in just 38 appearances in his debut season. However, what has improved most is his movement and creativity, with the 24-year-old creating more chances than he ever has. That bodes well for Leicester City and it’s a move that will do the club a lot of good to try and re-establish themselves in the Premier League.
Conclusion
Leicester City need a few new additions and they do not have to be world-class superstars, at least not right now. The Foxes have a young squad and they just need to tinker with that to find the right combination, and adding someone like Denis Bouanga will help them achieve that goal.
Leicester City signing this world-class World Cup finalist would be a big statement of intent from Rodgers
by Siddhant Lazar
According to Tuttomercatoweb (h/t Leicester Mercury), Leicester City are very interested in making a move for Inter Milan star Ivan Perisic. The report further adds that while the 30-year-old did struggle immensely this season, the Foxes believe that he is their man.
However, Leicester are not the only English side in the race with Arsenal, Tottenham and even West Ham, all linked with moves. While that does complicate things for the Foxes, this is a rather shocking development but it’s a nice surprise to see their ambition improving.
That has been one of the club’s biggest issues since winning the Premier League title. Claudio Ranieri and his 5000/1 odds team will go down in history but things since then have not been rosy.A lot of their transfers since then have flopped and done so terribly with Islam Slimani, Kelechi Iheanacho, and even Demarai Gray all struggling.
One look at their books over the last three years, and it doesn’t make for good reading. While there are a few bright sparks in Wilfred Ndidi, James Maddison, Ricardo Pereira and a few others, the flops outweigh the successes. Things need to change.
But by bringing in Brendan Rodgers as their next manager in January of 2019, the Foxes proved that their ambition to improve is still there. The former Liverpool boss made an immediate impact at the club, even changing the course of Jamie Vardy’s career. However, more importantly, Rodgers has started creating an identity for the club, which neither Craig Shakespeare nor Claude Puel managed to do.The 30-year-old is a winger by trade and has also played as a wing-back for Inter Milan. That has seen him win plaudits for his performances over the last few seasons in the Serie A.
However, this season has seen Perisic struggle to maintain his form, producing just 17 goals in 45 appearances with eight goals in the Serie A.
His struggle comes after a rather great World Cup campaign with Croatia, where they finished as runners-up to France. The 29-year-old was among their top players and Manchester United was interested in signing him, but failed.Despite that struggle, Perisic still remains a hard-working and talented star, one that finished his season with a bang, contributing to five goals in his final eight games. It’s that talent and work-ethic that Leicester City need to look at and not his post-transfer saga days.
Conclusion
With Antonio Conte’s appointment, the Nerazzurri are moving towards a new generation and it does give Leicester City a chance.
While there is no doubting how good Ivan Perisic is, the 30-year-old is not a part of the new kids, instead, he’s a scathing reminder of the old days, where Juventus dominated. Conte is looking to change that and it’s an advantage that Leicester City have to capitalize on.
by Siddhant Lazar
According to Tuttomercatoweb (h/t Leicester Mercury), Leicester City are very interested in making a move for Inter Milan star Ivan Perisic. The report further adds that while the 30-year-old did struggle immensely this season, the Foxes believe that he is their man.
However, Leicester are not the only English side in the race with Arsenal, Tottenham and even West Ham, all linked with moves. While that does complicate things for the Foxes, this is a rather shocking development but it’s a nice surprise to see their ambition improving.
That has been one of the club’s biggest issues since winning the Premier League title. Claudio Ranieri and his 5000/1 odds team will go down in history but things since then have not been rosy.A lot of their transfers since then have flopped and done so terribly with Islam Slimani, Kelechi Iheanacho, and even Demarai Gray all struggling.
One look at their books over the last three years, and it doesn’t make for good reading. While there are a few bright sparks in Wilfred Ndidi, James Maddison, Ricardo Pereira and a few others, the flops outweigh the successes. Things need to change.
But by bringing in Brendan Rodgers as their next manager in January of 2019, the Foxes proved that their ambition to improve is still there. The former Liverpool boss made an immediate impact at the club, even changing the course of Jamie Vardy’s career. However, more importantly, Rodgers has started creating an identity for the club, which neither Craig Shakespeare nor Claude Puel managed to do.The 30-year-old is a winger by trade and has also played as a wing-back for Inter Milan. That has seen him win plaudits for his performances over the last few seasons in the Serie A.
However, this season has seen Perisic struggle to maintain his form, producing just 17 goals in 45 appearances with eight goals in the Serie A.
His struggle comes after a rather great World Cup campaign with Croatia, where they finished as runners-up to France. The 29-year-old was among their top players and Manchester United was interested in signing him, but failed.Despite that struggle, Perisic still remains a hard-working and talented star, one that finished his season with a bang, contributing to five goals in his final eight games. It’s that talent and work-ethic that Leicester City need to look at and not his post-transfer saga days.
Conclusion
With Antonio Conte’s appointment, the Nerazzurri are moving towards a new generation and it does give Leicester City a chance.
While there is no doubting how good Ivan Perisic is, the 30-year-old is not a part of the new kids, instead, he’s a scathing reminder of the old days, where Juventus dominated. Conte is looking to change that and it’s an advantage that Leicester City have to capitalize on.
Leicester signing this Crystal Palace speedster would help them plug a troublesome hole in the squad
by Mizgan Masani
According to a report in Mirror, Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers will test Crystal Palace’s resolve as he looks to make a move for winger Andros Townsend during this transfer window.
The former Spurs man has had another great campaign for the Eagles, where he managed to score six goals and supply four assists in 38 league appearances, including the goal of the season at the Etihad.
As of now, the 27-year-old is valued around £14m, something similar to what Palace paid Newcastle United to sign the player back in 2016 (h/t Mirror). His contract at Selhurst Park currently runs up to the summer of 2021.
Leicester are obviously looking to make inroads in the first full summer transfer window under Rodgers. Here’s why signing Townsend could be an ideal start:
Townsend’s quality in wide areas can be helpful to the FoxesAndros Townsend is generally a versatile forward, who can play on either wing or operate as a number 10 or as a support striker. He has operated in all those positions for Crystal Palace and done a decent enough job.
One of his strengths is taking full-backs on in wide areas and deliver sumptuous crosses in the box. He can also cut in from the right-hand side and look to curl one towards the top corner. He made 10 direct goal contributions in this season for Palace, which is more than decent in a team that is defensively-oriented at most times. Hence, the winger has had to track back and support the full-backs.
For that reason, Leicester would be right to make an offer. Under Brendan Rodgers, the Foxes are expected to play an attacking brand of football, thus, Townsend’s qualities on the ball can be utilised to much better effect. Furthermore, the club has bright and young wingers in their squad, but having the 27-year-old would help in refinement of the final ball into the box. His experience could help other youngsters in the team.
Conclusion
Therefore, we cannot see any downside of Leicester offering a deal to Townsend. It would be good for both parties.
by Mizgan Masani
According to a report in Mirror, Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers will test Crystal Palace’s resolve as he looks to make a move for winger Andros Townsend during this transfer window.
The former Spurs man has had another great campaign for the Eagles, where he managed to score six goals and supply four assists in 38 league appearances, including the goal of the season at the Etihad.
As of now, the 27-year-old is valued around £14m, something similar to what Palace paid Newcastle United to sign the player back in 2016 (h/t Mirror). His contract at Selhurst Park currently runs up to the summer of 2021.
Leicester are obviously looking to make inroads in the first full summer transfer window under Rodgers. Here’s why signing Townsend could be an ideal start:
Townsend’s quality in wide areas can be helpful to the FoxesAndros Townsend is generally a versatile forward, who can play on either wing or operate as a number 10 or as a support striker. He has operated in all those positions for Crystal Palace and done a decent enough job.
One of his strengths is taking full-backs on in wide areas and deliver sumptuous crosses in the box. He can also cut in from the right-hand side and look to curl one towards the top corner. He made 10 direct goal contributions in this season for Palace, which is more than decent in a team that is defensively-oriented at most times. Hence, the winger has had to track back and support the full-backs.
For that reason, Leicester would be right to make an offer. Under Brendan Rodgers, the Foxes are expected to play an attacking brand of football, thus, Townsend’s qualities on the ball can be utilised to much better effect. Furthermore, the club has bright and young wingers in their squad, but having the 27-year-old would help in refinement of the final ball into the box. His experience could help other youngsters in the team.
Conclusion
Therefore, we cannot see any downside of Leicester offering a deal to Townsend. It would be good for both parties.
