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Leicester might be bringing Andros Townsend to the King Power this summer, with The Mirror suggesting the Foxes are planning a swoop for the winger.
Per the report, the player could cost around the £14m mark as Brendan Rodgers looks to bolster his wide options.
Townsend was in good form for the Eagles throughout 2018/19, scoring nine goals across all-competitions in what his best season in front of goal to date. Before then, he hadn’t managed more than four in a single campaign.
The wide man didn’t miss a game in the Premier League last term, also claiming four assists.
Capped 13 times by England, the 27-year-old finally looks as though he’s finding consistency in his game, something which could be of great benefit to Leicester if he makes the switch during the transfer window.
With a possible transfer in mind, Football FanCast writers have given their verdicts on whether he’d be a good signing.
Here’s what they’ve had to say.
Harry Sherlock:
“Andros Townsend isn’t a good buy for anyone. This is a player who is streaky at the best of times and he only scores spectacular goals every once in a while. His highlight reel is exceptional but he’s got absolutely no chance of becoming a key member of Leicester’s squad. The Foxes should avoid him at all costs.”
Billy Meyers:
“For a club like Leicester, you can’t go wrong with signing a player of Andros Townsend’s ilk. Of course, don’t get too many of them, but a Premier League team outside of the top six would only be improved by having Townsend in the ranks. He offers you a 7/10 performance every week and doesn’t let you down; he may not start for Leicester, but he would be an excellent squad player.”
Ben Goodwin:
“I don’t think Townsend would be a good signing for Leicester as he’s too similar to what they already have. Townsend, like Demarai Gray, Marc Albrighton and Rachid Ghezzal, is a talented winger whose talent is only displayed in spurts. All four players blow hot and cold, and rarely put together a string of consistent performances with effective end product. Townsend would not be an upgrade on the wingers already at the club.”
