Enzo Maresca could be facing a major setback as Leicester City’s dominance in the Championship has been challenged in recent matches, with Ipswich now on par with them at the top of the table. The international break came at an opportune time for the newly-promoted side, offering a much-needed respite for Maresca and his team. However, the pressure is on as they must now work to avoid a third consecutive defeat when they face Watford.
Looking ahead to the January transfer window, Maresca may be considering bringing in new players to enhance Leicester’s promotion prospects. Retaining their current key players is also crucial, especially with news surfacing about interest in forward Kelechi Iheanacho from Fenerbahce. The Turkish club could potentially secure a bargain deal due to the looming expiration of Iheanacho’s contract.
With Leicester having managed to hold onto key players in the summer, the prospect of retaining Iheanacho in January is less certain. As Jamie Vardy’s career progresses, the Nigerian forward’s role becomes increasingly important, especially considering his impressive goal-scoring record this season. Former Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers has praised Iheanacho’s abilities, emphasizing his importance to the team’s success.
