It’s been a challenging summer for the Foxes, who, after winning the Championship title last season, lost manager Enzo Maresca and star player Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to Chelsea.
However, they have since appointed Steve Cooper as their new manager and made several signings to strengthen their squad, aiming for the best chance of staying up next season.
Leicester Reach Hlozek Agreement
So far, the Foxes have made five summer signings, including Issahaku Fatawu, who made his loan move from Sporting Lisbon permanent, and talented Brighton youngster Facundo Buonanotte, who has joined on loan.
According to Romano, the Foxes are closing in on another signing after reaching an agreement with Leverkusen for Adam Hlozek. He posted on X.com:
“More on Adam Hlozek and Leicester City exclusive story. Agreement 100% done between #LCFC and Bayer Leverkusen for €20m total package add-ons included.
Loan with obligation only if Leicester will stay in Premier League. Negotiations ongoing on personal terms.”
If Leicester completes this deal, it would be quite a coup, given Hlozek made 36 appearances in all competitions for Leverkusen last season, contributing to their unbeaten domestic double and only losing one game all season, the Europa League final.
The 22-year-old is a versatile attacker who can play just off the striker, through the middle, and on the left wing, a versatility likely to appeal to Cooper.
Jamie Vardy is now 37 and Patson Daka has failed to meet expectations. For Leicester to have any chance of survival, scoring goals will be crucial, and they are hopeful Hlozek will add the necessary firepower.
