Leicester City Eyes Newcastle's Longstaff as Ndidi replacement

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Leicester City is actively seeking a successor for Wilfred Ndidi, with reports from Caughtoffside indicating their interest in Newcastle midfielder Sean Longstaff, Nigeriasoccernet.com reports.

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Longstaff, 26, currently under contract at St. James’ Park until 2025, presents an attractive prospect for the Foxes due to the possibility of acquiring him at a reasonable price next summer.

Having started 24 Premier League matches for Newcastle this season and contributing to six goals, Longstaff's potential transfer to Leicester could mark a significant midfield reinforcement.

Meanwhile, Ndidi's tenure at the King Power Stadium might be drawing to a close, as prominent clubs in the Premier League and abroad, including Barcelona, vie for his signature as a free agent.

Among the suitors eyeing Ndidi's services are West Ham, who view him as a potential replacement for Manchester City loanee Kalvin Phillips, alongside Crystal Palace, Tottenham, Wolves, and Aston Villa.

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Additionally, Italian giants Juventus have reportedly entered the fray for the Nigerian international, indicating a growing list of contenders in the race for his signature.

 

By Olujimi Dare Ogun