Leicester beef up

LEICESTER. — English Premier League soccer champions Leicester have signed former France Under-21 midfielder Nampalys Mendy from Nice on a four-year deal, both clubs confirmed yesterday. The 24-year-old, who helped Nice to fourth place in Ligue 1 last season, has signed for an undisclosed fee which is reported to be around €16 million. “I am very happy to come to Leicester City. The team have just enjoyed a great season and it’s excellent to be here,” Mendy told the club’s official website.

“For me I want to play at this level. I like the Premier League and I follow every match.

It’s fast and physical and I want to impose myself on the league.” — AFP.

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