Leicester City’s loanee Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has expressed his keen desire to secure a permanent move to the English club, citing his dream of playing in the Premier League and his positive experience with the Foxes, as Ghana Soccernet reports.
The 19-year-old, who arrived at Leicester City on loan from Sporting CP in the summer, has made a significant impact during his stint, notching up two goals in 15 league appearances. As his loan deal progresses, Issahaku has set his sights on a permanent stay at the King Power Stadium.
The loan agreement, reportedly containing an option for a permanent deal next summer, outlines that Leicester City would pay โฌ17 million (ยฃ14.6m) if they achieve promotion back to the Premier League and if Issahaku features in 60 percent of the team’s matches this season.
Speaking about his aspirations and experiences at Leicester, Fatawu shared his dream of playing in the Premier League, emphasizing the unique feeling the club has given him.
“Premier League is my dream league, so Iโm hoping to play there, and since arriving, Leicester has given me a different feeling,” he stated in an interview with Soccer Laduma. “How the people here have been has given me more confidence to stay here.”
The young winger is determined to contribute to Leicester’s push for promotion, expressing his happiness at the prospect of a permanent move.
“For me, Iโd be happy to stay at Leicester because I know and believe in the team that we will qualify for the Premier League, so Iโll be happy to stay here,” he affirmed.
Fatawu’s commitment to Leicester City aligns with his optimism about achieving promotion with the team, making the potential for a permanent move an exciting possibility for both the player and the club. According to Transfermarkt the player’s current market value estimates at โฌ6 million.ย
As the season progresses, fans will be eagerly watching Issahaku’s performances, hoping that his contributions will help propel Leicester City back into the top flight of English football.