Leicester City star excluded from squad as Ruud van Nistelrooy nears first transfer signing.

Leicester City has been active behind the scenes during the first 12 days of the transfer window but has yet to secure any of their primary targets.

A defender has been a top priority for manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, but the club recently missed out on Max Aarons, who is heading to Valencia.

However, there is good news regarding another target, as one player has been excluded from his current team’s squad ahead of a potential move to King Power Stadium.

Woyo Coulibaly Left Out of Parma Squad Ahead of Leicester Move

Woyo Coulibaly, linked to Leicester City for some time, appears close to completing his transfer.

According to reports from Di Marzio, the full-back has already bid farewell to his teammates in preparation for the move.

Currently playing for Serie A side Parma, Coulibaly’s absence from the squad during their defeat to Genoa has fueled speculation about his imminent transfer.

While he missed the previous game due to illness, the latest developments suggest he is set to finalize his switch to the East Midlands.

When asked about Coulibaly after Leicester’s win against Queens Park Rangers, Van Nistelrooy refrained from commenting on any transfers, stating he would only discuss players after they officially joined the club.

How Much Will Woyo Coulibaly Cost Leicester City?

Leicester City continues to operate under financial constraints, with ongoing profit and sustainability concerns influencing their recruitment strategy.

The Foxes are targeting affordable options in the January window, and Coulibaly fits the bill.

The defender, whose contract with Parma runs until 2025, is expected to join Leicester for a modest fee of around £3 million.

Capable of playing as both a right-back and left-back, Coulibaly is likely to be brought in as competition for James Justin.

Justin has faced criticism from fans this season, making Coulibaly’s arrival a potentially key addition to the squad.

The Foxes will hope this signing strengthens their defensive options for the remainder of the season.