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This £10m Leicester exile would breathe new life into his career by joining any of these 3 Premier League sides
Possible PL destinations for Leicester exile Nampalys Mendy
According to a report by Leicester Mercury, Frenchman Nampalys Mendy will be shown the exit door by Leicester City, when the transfer window reopens in January.
The out-of-favour midfielder, who joined the club for a fee of around £10m, has represented the Foxes in just one league game this year after falling down the pecking order under new manager Brendan Rodgers.
His time in England has been marred by injuries. He was finally offered a chance under Claude Puel, who was his former manager at Nice. He formed a formidable partnership with Wilfred Ndidi in the middle and made a total of 31 league appearances.
In spite of being a regular starter under Puel, Mendy failed to score even a single goal that season. And Rodgers, meanwhile, has preferred to play a more attacking brand of football.
The arrival of midfielders Youri Tielemans and Dennis Praet has placed Mendy lower down the pecking order. Consistent performances from the young Hamza Choudhury has also added to the Frenchman’s woes.
Let’s look at the three clubs which could possibly be the 27-year old’s next destination if he stays in England.
West Ham United
After recent signings Sebastian Haller and Pablo Fornals failed to put up a consistent show, West Ham are now tenth in the table with three wins, four draws and three losses.
For the Hammers, Declan Rice has teed up alongside an ageing Mark Noble in the middle of the park to dictate the tempo of their side. However, fan-favourite Noble is past his prime and needs to be replaced.
Pedro Obiang’s departure and persistent injuries to Englishman Jack Wilshere has put the Hammers in a difficult spot. And Mendy would be a viable option to reduce Declan’s defensive workload and bring forth the creative edge that they lack.
Moreover, Mendy would be raring to get back onto the pitch and prove a point after being sidelined by Rodgers.
Everton
Nothing has happened according to plan for Marco Silva and his Everton side, as they currently are 16th on the table. Summer signings Alex Iwobi and Moise Kean have not been able to live up to their potential.
Another newcomer Jean Philippe Gbamin, unfortunately, has suffered a thigh injury which will keep him out of action till next year.
Silva’s current midfielders and experienced campaigners Morgan Schneiderlin and Fabian Delph have been unable to dictate the passes. The team is in dire need of a player who can control the game from behind.
In Mendy, the Toffees will have a safe bet as the midfielder is unlikely to be too expensive. Though small in stature, the Frenchman can be up for challenges and has a simple distribution – something which Everton direly need right now. Thus, Papy could be the answer to their problems.
Newcastle United
Another team which is sinking in the bottom half of the table (17th) could be another possible destination for the Frenchman.
Coach Steve Bruce must seek a revival of fortunes as another defeat might push them into the relegation zone, thereby rustling the supporters’ ire.
Local boy Sean Longstaff has established himself as a regular but the rest like Jonjo Shelvey, Matt Richie and Isaac Hayden seem unable to overcome their slump in form.
They are in real need of someone who can be banked upon. And to that end, Mendy would be eager to make up for the lost time and bring back his days of glory.
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Leicester City Chase Alisha Lehmann From Como as Foxes Target World’s Most Followed Footballer
Leicester City entered serious discussions with FC Como on January 16, 2026 to acquire Swiss forward Alisha Lehmann.
The 26-year-old joined the Serie A outfit on a three-year contract from Juventus in August 2025 and has made six appearances. Leicester remain unclear whether they will pursue a loan or permanent deal, but the move represents an ambitious statement of intent from the Foxes during the January window.
The World’s Most Followed Female Footballer
Lehmann boasts an extraordinary 16 million Instagram followers, making her the most-followed female footballer globally. Beyond her social media dominance, she is a genuinely elite player with 64 Switzerland caps and a Serie A title won at Juventus in 2024-25. Her WSL experience across West Ham, Everton and Aston Villa makes her ideally suited for English football’s demands. Leicester’s pursuit of Lehmann represents confidence in their trajectory as they look to climb the table.
Strategic Window Activity
Leicester have been aggressive in January, already signing Ashleigh Neville from Tottenham, Rachel Williams from Manchester United and Sarah Mayling on loan from Aston Villa.
Each addition brings WSL experience, suggesting Leicester’s strategic focus on proven domestic talent. Lehmann would represent their marquee capture, elevating them from mid-table aspirants to genuine top four contenders. Her profile alone could transform Leicester’s commercial and sporting standing immediately.
The Reality Check
However, Leicester must face an uncomfortable truth. Lehmann left Juventus seeking playing time at Como, a club fighting relegation in Serie A. Leicester currently sit ninth in the WSL with inconsistent form.
Asking a player of her calibre to move sideways from Italy to England’s second tier suggests Leicester are overreaching. Lehmann deserves consistent European competition. Leicester might be better served consolidating current acquisitions rather than pursuing marquee names they cannot yet afford to satisfy at her level.
Sheffield United officially completed the signing of Leicester City midfielder Simone Sherwood on loan on January 12, 2026. The 19-year-old moves to Bramall Lane until the end of the season seeking regular first team football and continued development.
Sherwood progressed through the Leicester academy system and has made eight appearances for the Foxes across all competitions. She represented England at various youth levels before moving to Sheffield United for valuable playing time in the second half of the 2025-26 season.
Academy Graduate Development Path
Sherwood has come through the Leicester City academy system and recently broke into the senior squad during the opening months of the campaign. Her eight competitive appearances demonstrated promise but insufficient opportunities for consistent game time.
The 19-year-old midfielder recognized that a loan move to WSL2 would provide the platform for regular football and accelerated development. Sheffield United offered an ideal environment where she could feature consistently and gain valuable experience in competitive professional football.
Excitement About the Challenge
Sherwood expressed genuine excitement about joining Sheffield United, stating she looked forward to helping the team while developing her game this season.
She appreciated the welcoming atmosphere from teammates and noted that familiar faces helped ease her first day at Bramall Lane. The midfielder understood the importance of playing regularly and viewed Sheffield United as the perfect opportunity to progress her career at this crucial stage of her development.
Sheffield United Momentum
Sheffield United continued their decent form in WSL2 and sought to maintain momentum throughout January and beyond. Sherwood’s arrival adds depth to the midfield as the club pursued promotion ambitions.
Sheffield United faced Crystal Palace at Bramall Lane on January 12, providing potential debut opportunity for Sherwood depending on team selection. The Blades recognized her potential as an academy graduate and provided the platform for her to accelerate her progression within competitive football.
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Tottenham Defender Ash Neville Joins Leicester City on One and a Half Year Deal as Club Legend Departs After Eight Seasons
Tottenham Hotspur defender Ash Neville has signed for Leicester City for an undisclosed fee, bringing an end to her eight year spell at Spurs.
The 32 year old full back has agreed a one and a half year contract with the Foxes holding an additional one year extension option.
Neville has made over 100 appearances for Tottenham in the top flight since their promotion to the WSL in 2018-19. She signed from Coventry United in 2017 and became the first Spurs player to make a century of WSL appearances, finishing with 115 league games and 191 appearances overall.
New Challenge Awaits Club Legend
Speaking to Foxes Hub, Neville explained her decision to move. “This is a new challenge, and I want to help the team put as many points on the board as possible. I’m hoping that the experience I have both on and off the pitch can help. Now is the right time for a new challenge and I’m looking forward to seeing what this new chapter will bring.”
The defender could face her former teammates on Sunday as the WSL resumes following the winter break. Leicester currently sit in the Championship after relegation last season but are targeting an immediate return to the top flight.
Spurs Pay Tribute to Pioneer
Tottenham managing director Andy Rogers paid tribute to Neville’s contribution. “Ash’s contribution to the club has been immense. She has been influential on our journey to establishing ourselves as a Women’s Super League team, and she departs as an undisputed club legend.”
Rogers added: “A true pioneer of the women’s game on and off the pitch, Ash has always shown love and care to her teammates, staff, and our supporters. Forever a member of the Spurs family.”
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