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Good News”- Leicester Set to Reunite with Former Star as Premier League Club Puts Him on the Market
Leicester City began the Ruud van Nistelrooy era with a 3-1 win over West Ham United on Tuesday night, marking their third Premier League victory of the season and moving them up to 15th in the standings. The win puts the Foxes four points clear of the relegation zone, though much work remains ahead of their upcoming match against Brighton.
To improve and secure a comfortable gap from the bottom three, Leicester will need to strengthen their squad in the January transfer window, particularly by signing a centre-back, a right-back, and a winger. One possible boost could come from the chance to bring back a former player, Harvey Barnes, in what would significantly enhance their survival prospects.
According to i News, Newcastle United might be open to offers for Barnes this winter. The 26-year-old, who left Leicester after their Premier League relegation in 2023, has started just five league matches this season, scoring four goals. With Anthony Gordon ahead of him in the pecking order, Barnes looks set for a limited role moving forward. As a result, he could look for more playing time elsewhere, and a return to Leicester could be on the cards if Newcastle is willing to sell.
However, Leicester may face difficulty in completing the transfer as Newcastle paid £38m for Barnes, and they are unlikely to want to incur a loss on his sale. While the idea of re-signing Barnes is appealing, Leicester should focus their efforts on other areas first. Specifically, Van Nistelrooy is currently lacking depth on the right wing after Abdul Fatawu’s injury, making that position a priority. Kasey McAteer, who played there in the recent match, showed promise with his runs but lacks the necessary quality to truly elevate the team.
