Crystal Palace is eyeing another potential signing from Leicester City, with Nigerian international Kelechi Iheanacho reportedly on their radar alongside Wilfred Ndidi, according to talkSPORT. Both players’ contracts with the Foxes are set to expire in June, and negotiations for extensions have yet to reach an agreement, leaving their future at the King Power Stadium uncertain.
Leicester City’s situation is further complicated by their alleged breach of Profitability & Sustainability Rules, resulting in a player registration embargo. While they cannot sign new players, they are permitted to offer contract renewals to existing squad members, pending approval from the EFL.
Since joining Leicester City from Manchester City in 2017, Iheanacho has amassed significant experience, featuring in 231 matches across all competitions and contributing directly to 95 goals with 61 goals and 34 assists. As a homegrown talent with extensive Premier League experience, having spent his formative years with Manchester City, the 2013 Fifa U17 World Cup Golden Ball winner would likely attract interest from various Premier League clubs if he were to leave Leicester City on a free transfer.
Iheanacho’s Premier League experience is extensive, nearing a milestone of 200 appearances in the top-flight, and despite being out of favor since his return from the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, he remains a sought-after talent in the English top-flight.