Leicester City’s return to the Championship is now a harsh reality after a narrow 1-0 defeat to Liverpool at the King Power Stadium, bringing a painful close to their 2024/25 Premier League campaign.
The result is a tough pill to swallow for Ghanaian internationals Jordan Ayew and Abdul Fatawu Issahaku, who had both set their sights on making a lasting impact in England’s top flight.
A moment of brilliance from Trent Alexander-Arnold in the 76th minute sealed Leicester’s fate, leaving them stuck in the relegation zone and confirming their drop just a year after earning promotion.
While Liverpool move one step closer to the Premier League title, Leicester are left to regroup and prepare for another fight in the second tier.
It’s a particularly disappointing turn for Fatawu Issahaku, who was instrumental in last season’s promotion push. The 21-year-old winger was sidelined for most of this campaign due to injury, managing only 11 appearances and two assists before being ruled out. He is expected to return to full fitness by August 2025.
Veteran forward Jordan Ayew, who joined from Crystal Palace for €5.9 million last summer, chipped in with four goals across 24 appearances. However, he watched the Liverpool game from the bench. With his contract running through 2026, Ayew’s experience could be a crucial asset as Leicester look to bounce back.
For both Ghanaian stars, this setback is undoubtedly frustrating—but with their quality and resilience, a return to the Premier League remains well within reach.
