The most recent information from Leicester City, including details of Abdul Fatawu’s departure, Amani Richards’ new deal, and Sevilla bidding Boubakary Soumare farewell.
In terms of contracts, a new season has begun. Football’s accounting year begins in July, and Leicester City can now look forward after Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall’s signing allayed worries over the Profit and Sustainability Rules.
And for that reason, Abdul Fatawu’s confirmation as a new addition excites City fans. Both Southampton and Ipswich, their opponents for promotion, have previously declared the permanent arrival of a loanee from the previous season; Taylor Harwood-Bellis is returning to Southampton, while Omari Hutchinson is the Tractor Boys’ first acquisition. But Fatawu hasn’t shown up yet.
Naturally, with the deal not being announced immediately, there will be a few nerves jangling among fans that there’s been a snag somewhere. But there’s nothing to say that’s the case. It’s just a matter of finding the right time to announce the deal.
Fatawu has been trying his best to announce the £14m switch himself over recent weeks. Speaking in his native Ghana last week, he said he would be playing for City when the new Premier League season begins. A couple of weeks ago, on social media, he posted a series of photos from last season with the caption: “Miss these moments with the lads. Can’t wait to be back soon.”
