Leicester City found themselves in the Championship after failing to avoid relegation last season. Under the guidance of Enzo Maresca, they have started the new chapter with tremendous success. The Foxes are on track for a comfortable promotion, currently sitting 14 points ahead of third-place Leeds United. Much of their success can be attributed to the efforts made off the field in keeping the majority of their squad intact.
Now, Maresca’s attention will likely shift towards strengthening his squad for their potential return to the Premier League next season. This may involve the addition of a particular midfielder.
While Leicester’s success largely stemmed from retaining key players, they also made noteworthy signings during the summer transfer window. The likes of Harry Winks, Conor Coady, and Stephy Mavididi were brought in, with Mavididi making an emphatic impact. The Foxes may dip into the transfer market once again in January to further bolster their squad.
According to reports from TeamTalk, Leicester has set their sights on Jhon Arias, a midfielder from Fluminense. The Championship leaders have sent scouts to watch him, and he has also garnered interest from West Ham United, Leeds United, Burnley, Wolves, Crystal Palace, and Rangers. It seems there may be a fierce competition among these clubs to secure his signature.
Leicester is currently an appealing destination, given their rise in stature. However, they will need to act swiftly due to the high competition for Arias. If they manage to sign him, it would be a significant achievement as they beat out other English clubs in the pursuit.
As of now, Maresca’s team is comfortably positioned with a five-point lead over Ipswich Town and a strong chance of winning the Championship. However, the addition of Arias would undoubtedly enhance their prospects of clinching the title. It speaks volumes about the midfielder’s quality that several Premier League clubs are interested in him for the future.
Arias’ impressive statistics also illustrate why he is in high demand, having scored nine goals and provided 13 assists in 53 appearances for Fluminense across all competitions. These numbers would undoubtedly elevate Leicester’s performance upon their potential return to the top flight. Maresca hopes for more than just survival next season—they aim to establish themselves in mid-table comforts.
When January approaches, Arias will have a crucial decision to make, as the race for his signature intensifies. Although he may be focused on Fluminense at the moment, the situation could quickly change if attractive offers start pouring in.
