Opinion: One underperforming Leicester City player has a crucial chance to impress Steve Cooper against Man Utd
Leicester City face Manchester United in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday, giving one player a vital chance to impress Steve Cooper.
Leicester City’s preparations for their upcoming match against Manchester United took an unexpected turn with Erik ten Hag’s recent departure, likely paving the way for Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim to step in as United’s new manager.
This change leaves Leicester manager Steve Cooper adjusting his strategy, but he’s expected to make significant changes after the team’s 3-1 loss to Nottingham Forest.
Key players like Facundo Buonanotte, Harry Winks, and Jamie Vardy may be rested, providing other players with a golden opportunity to impress.
Among those aiming to capitalize on this chance is forward Odsonne Edouard, who has yet to make a major impact since joining Leicester on loan from Crystal Palace.
Signed to support Vardy, Edouard was expected to bring strong competition to the attack.
However, while Vardy has continued to showcase his goal-scoring prowess with four goals in nine Premier League appearances, Edouard has struggled.
The 26-year-old has only started once in the league, with the remainder of his appearances coming off the bench. Criticized for a lackluster performance against Walsall in the Carabao Cup, Edouard has yet to find his footing.
This match against Manchester United could be his opportunity to prove himself; otherwise, his future role remains uncertain.
Edouard isn’t alone in vying for a starting spot. Defender Conor Coady is another player eager to make an impression.
Coady, who played in the previous two Carabao Cup rounds, may replace Wout Faes in the lineup.
Despite limited playtime this season, Coady will be looking to step up, especially with Jannik Vestergaard’s return from injury adding pressure to secure his position.
Others in the squad are also keen to make an impact. Players like winger Kasey McAteer, Bobby De Cordova Reid, Oliver Skipp, and Bilal El Khannous will all be hopeful for a place in the starting XI as they travel to Old Trafford, looking to seize the opportunity to showcase their skills.
