Brighton’s pursuit of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall is expected to come to an end this January as they are unwilling to meet Leicester City’s £40 million asking price, according to TalkSport (10.42). Despite this, Everton, Fulham, and Brentford still hold interest in the midfielder. Brighton reportedly offered an overall package of £20 million, but Leicester is holding out for double that figure. Dewsbury-Hall is a key player for Enzo Maresca’s team as they aim for promotion to the Premier League this season. Although Brighton will likely stop their pursuit of the player, it is possible that they may make another attempt in the summer.
Dewsbury-Hall’s future may also hinge on Leicester’s status beyond this season, with the club currently leading the championship table. Leicester is unlikely to sell this month, as replacing Dewsbury-Hall would be a challenge at this stage of the transfer window. They will likely hold firm and aim to secure promotion with Dewsbury-Hall in the squad.
Dewsbury-Hall’s impressive performances in the Championship have attracted interest, given his nine goals and nine assists, making him a standout figure in the second-tier of English football. His potential move to the Premier League has remained a possibility, however, Leicester’s standing in the table, sitting eight points clear of the third place, makes their promotion highly likely and disposing of key players, especially at this point in the season, is out of the question.
Maresca, who took over the managerial reins during the summer, has been lauded for his work and influence on the team and the overhaul he has done to the first-team squad. Leicester has seen several key players depart, making it even more pertinent that they retain a player of Dewsbury-Hall’s ability.
Leicester’s upcoming game against Swansea City holds importance, and the team’s success in achieving promotion will determine Dewsbury-Hall’s future, especially if the club secures a spot back in the Premier League. As a Premier League calibre player, Dewsbury-Hall’s potential exit from Leicester will come with lots of speculation, but his impact on the team’s target for promotion cannot be underestimated.
