Leicester City Football Club has officially announced the permanent signing of Ghanaian winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku from Sporting Lisbon.
The 20-year-old international impressed during his loan spell with the Foxes last season, playing a crucial role in the club’s successful campaign that culminated in winning the Championship title and securing promotion to the Premier League.
In 43 appearances across all competitions, Fatawu demonstrated his talent with seven goals, including a memorable hat-trick in a 5-0 victory over Southampton at King Power Stadium.
How Leicester City unveiled Ghana’s Fatawu Issahaku after his permanent signing from Sporting Lisbon 👇🏾
— Happy Sports (@HappySportsGh) July 16, 2024
He has penned a 5-year contract with Foxes#HappySports pic.twitter.com/T0Zx2PvAvW
Reacting to the permanent move, the former Steadfast and Dreams FC player expressed his excitement, stating: “I feel amazing. It’s so good to be back and I’m just back to focus again for next season.”
To commemorate the signing, Leicester City collaborated with local band The Mercians, who surprised Fatawu with a special rendition of the Blue Army’s signature chant during a ceremony at the club’s stadium
