May 19, (THEWILL) – Leicester City are pleased with Nigerian winger Ademola Lookman’s efforts, while on loan from RB Leipzig and want to sign him permanently.
The East Midlands side is willing to meet Leipzig’s asking price for Lookmam because manager Brendan Rodgers appreciates the contributions of the Super Eagles striker to their campaign this season. He has been one of the side’s most productive wingers, scoring eight goals and providing five assists in 40 appearances for the Foxes in all competitions.
The loan arrangement for the Super Eagles’ winger expires on June 30, and he might return to Germany, but LCFC are keen to keep him in England for the time being.
Leipzig wants €16.5 million for the player they signed from Everton for €18m in 2019. When Fulham took him on loan two years ago, the Germans had already recouped €2 million of his transfer outlay.
While Leicester City are willing to pay a high price for Lookman, the Foxes need to sell certain players before splurging on newcomers. Yet, Rodgers intends to see the Super Eagles star become a significant element of his team before next season.
Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
