Leicester City have enquired about the availability of Liverpool midfielder Naby Keita ahead of the upcoming transfer window, according to reports.
What's the talk?
Journalist Sega Diallo has revealed on Twitter that Brendan Rodgers' side are interested in ending Keita's three-year nightmare spell at Anfield, with the Reds open to his sale.
The 26-year-old has endured a torrid time since arriving on English shores back in 2018, suffering multiple injuries that have restricted the Guinea international to just 32 Premier League starts for his current club.
Keita hasn't been seen on domestic duties since March 15th and has failed to make any of Jurgen Klopp's last three matchday squads, despite there being no news of a fresh fitness concern.
His absence from Liverpool's first-team set-up has only fuelled talk of an imminent exit, and the Foxes are reportedly one of several sides offering the former RB Leipzig man a way out of Merseyside.
Leicester must swoop
Leicester could complete one of the most impressive seasons in the club's history if they secure a Champions League qualification spot following their maiden FA Cup triumph over the weekend.
A place in Europe's elite cup competition would elevate the Midlands outfit exponentially on and off the field and could attract some of the continent's top talent to the King Power Stadium, as well as convince those that are already there that their future lies with Leicester.
If Rodgers wants to compete on two fronts next season and maintain his side's impressive Premier League form, then further strength in depth is going to be required.
Although Keita hasn't kicked on as he would've hoped at Liverpool, he's undoubtedly a top talent on his day, and Virgil van Dijk's glowing assessment of the hard-working midfielder showcases the potential that he possesses.
“I think he is world-class; if I’m absolutely honest. I see all the moments when he has the ball, the smart moves, the smart intelligence. It’s just incredible to see, and I’m very happy for him,” revealed the Dutch defender to Liverpoolfc.com back in 2020.
Therefore, a move for the £120,000-per-week workhorse would make perfect sense for Leicester. Keita could play alongside Tielemans, or allow the Belgium international to be rested for certain games and also ease the creative burden on James Maddison.
It's a move that could be perfect for both parties, and the Foxes must sanction an audacious swoop for Liverpool's unwanted man.
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