Leicester City are continuing to improve their side as they rebuild under Russell Martin following back-to-back relegations.
The Foxes drew their opening game with Notts County 1-1 after Conor Grant equalised for County in the 81st minute.
That game showed there are still issues for Martin to sort before the end of the window.
One position they are likely keen to improve, given player exits this summer, is centre half.
Their search for a new centre back now appears to have turned to the third tier in Spain, with Real Zaragoza’s Yussif Saidu on their radar.
Leicester City Interested in Yussif Saidu
Spanish news outlet El Periodico Aragon have reported that the Foxes are one of several clubs watching the 21-year-old Ghanaian.
While Leicester City’s interest isn’t said to be as proactive as others, the League One side are “on alert” alongside Burnley and German clubs.
Turkish Super League side Amed SFK have made an offer to sign the young defender/midfielder on loan with a purchase option.
Stoke City and Rapid Vienna are claimed to have made an inquiry about Saidu’s availability this summer.
It’s been suggested that Real Zaragoza are expecting to receive at least €5million for Saidu if he is to leave the club.
Versatile Option
Saidu is likely unknown to many Leicester fans, but he is an exciting prospect, which is likely why several clubs are taking a keen interest in him.
The 21-year-old can play centre back or defensive midfield. Last season he played 10 games at centre-back for Zaragoza in LaLiga 2.
In total, he played 31 games, starting 21 times and received an average Sofascore rating of 6.85 – the fourth highest in the team.
Saidu recorded 0.9 interceptions per game, 1.4 tackles per game, 2.8 clearances per game, and recovered 3.5 balls per game.
Would Saidu Fit a Martin Team?
We all know that Martin’s sides play possession football, no matter what.
Saidu certainly appears to fit that mould.
Last season he had a pass accuracy of 86%, including 92% in his own half.
He would be a good fit for the Leicester side, adding calmness in the build-up play, while being assured defensively.
At such a young age as well, Saidu will only continue to develop as a player.