Leicester City join race to sign Mohamed Konate – sources.
Leicester City are working on a deal to sign Burkina Faso striker Mohamed Konate when his contract expires, sources have told Football Insider.
Konate, 26, is out of contract with Russian Premier Liga side Akhmat Grozny this summer and will leave the club to explore his options.
Alongside the Championship winners, French side Brest and giants Lyon are also on alert with the potential to bolster their attacking options.
The striker has scored 13 goals in all competitions this season, and with Leicester looking to add to their firepower, Konate represents an attractive option, particularly given his availability for free.
Konate has given an exclusive mandate to FIFA agent Willie McKay to speak to interested clubs about a potential move in this transfer window.
Leicester City join French sides in race to sign free agent striker
Leicester have been charged with breaches of financial rules and could face a points deduction upon their arrival in the Premier League, so the option of a free transfer is an appealing one.
Their financial situation means they could be working on a limited budget this summer.
Standing at 6ft, 3in, the striker represents a different option to the likes of Patson Daka and Tom Cannon and would bring something different to Enzo Maresca’s squad.
