Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi is set to become available for a £9m relegation release clause this summer following the Foxes’ relegation to the Championship. The 28-year-old’s clause was activated last weekend when Leicester lost 1-0 to Liverpool, confirming their relegation with five games to go.
The Nigeria international is among several members of the squad considering their future after Leicester’s recent 3-0 loss away at Wolves. The Midlands club feels well-placed to revamp the squad, with release clauses rare at the King Power Stadium. Only three players are out of contract – goalkeepers Daniel Iversen and Danny Ward, along with legendary striker Jamie Vardy, who has announced he will leave Leicester after 13 glorious years at the club.
Ndidi’s Future Uncertain
Ndidi had interest from clubs like Marseille and Everton while available on a free transfer last summer. However, Leicester managed to sign Ndidi to a new three-year deal last summer, reportedly including a release clause. The pressure from interested parties likely led to the inclusion of the clause as part of his most recent deal.
Ndidi has won an FA Cup and the Championship last season while at Leicester and has played 27 times in all competitions during this campaign. His future is now uncertain, and it remains to be seen whether he will stay with Leicester or seek new challenges elsewhere.
A Potential Move Away from Leicester?
The £9m release clause could tempt several clubs to pursue Ndidi’s signature this summer. With Leicester’s relegation, Ndidi’s future is now uncertain, and it will be interesting to see how this situation unfolds.
As a key player for both Leicester City and the Nigerian national team, Ndidi’s decision will have significant implications for both his club and country. Will he choose to stay with Leicester and help them navigate the Championship, or will he seek new challenges elsewhere? Only time will tell.