Leicester Faces Setback in Transfer Pursuit as Norwegian Star Enters the Frame, with Juve Midfielder Also Considered

Leicester City appears to have encountered a setback in their pursuit of Yasir Asprilla.

Watford and Rennes have reportedly agreed on an inflated fee of €29 million for the Colombian international, who is currently valued at €9 million.Given the significant markup, Leicester should reconsider pursuing this transfer.

This development prompts Leicester to explore other options. One player under consideration is Chelsea forward David Datro Fofana, valued at €12 million.

However, Fofana’s recent performances, including his loan spell at Burnley and his lack of first-team opportunities at Chelsea, suggest he may not be a suitable addition.

His statistics raise concerns and suggest that Leicester should prioritize alternatives like Tom Cannon and Patson Daka, who are already part of the squad and have shown more promise.

Tom Cannon demonstrated his potential last season, proving himself as a viable alternative to Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka. Given this, loaning out Cannon would be ill-advised, especially when considering Fofana’s inconsistent form since his time at Norwegian club Molde.

Premier League clubs should exercise caution when considering Norwegian talent, as players might need additional testing in leagues like Holland, France, Spain, Belgium, or Germany before making a move to England.

The growing interest in Tom Cannon from Championship clubs highlights his potential and suggests he may be a more valuable asset than Fofana.

Additionally, Leicester’s reported interest in Arthur Melo seems misplaced. Melo, primarily a defensive midfielder, does not align with Leicester’s current needs.

Pursuing him would be an unusual move and may not address the team’s pressing requirements.

Leicester should focus on working with their existing squad and avoid making decisions that could diminish its quality.

Manager Steve Cooper must be aware of the players’ capabilities and avoid repeating past mistakes of either downsizing the squad or paying inflated prices for underperforming alternatives.

While Abdul Fatawu and Bobby De Cordova-Reid appear to be promising signings, and Kaleb Okoli is a solid player, Leicester should assess their needs carefully.

Michael Golding, a promising talent, could be one for the future.

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