According to reports, Leicester’s new manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is considering three January additions, including the potential return of former Foxes star Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to the King Power Stadium.
The midfield player, who Chelsea acquired from the Foxes for a whopping £30 million only six months ago, is available on loan, according to the Mirror.
Caughtoffside has pegged Arsenal as the front-runners to land the 26-year-old star with the Blues, despite Leicester reportedly putting their best foot forward to get him back to the team.
Miguel Almiron of Newcastle United is also allegedly a target for Van Nistelrooy. According to the Sun, the Dutch icon, who lost his spot at St. James’ Park to Jacob Murphy, wants the Paraguayan striker on a short-term contract.
Eddie Howe is adamant, though, saying: “I’d love to keep the squad together.” We don’t currently have the largest squad, so losing players would be quite challenging, therefore I don’t want to lose anyone.”
Estadio Deportivo reports that the Foxes are also considering a move for Juma Bah, a young defender for Real Valladolid, as part of their ongoing transfer ambitions.
Given that Van Nistelrooy earlier stated during his interview process that financial assurances were provided for a possible transfer strategy, it would seem that he has money available for reinforcements as the January window approaches.
“We had a conversation about that (transfers) in London before I signed,” he said. “We chatted about it, the winter window, and even towards the summer.
Additionally, we stated that there is no urgency to complete tasks. I concur. This month is a fantastic time to work and play together, and the team is now receiving chances to show their mettle.
“There’s time after that to make a good assessment, when I’ve seen the players with my own eyes, and we can make decisions in January.”
