Asmir Begović Joins Leicester City as New Goalkeeper

Leicester City have signed experienced Bosnian goalkeeper Asmir Begović. The veteran joins the 2016 Premier League winners to provide stability and leadership to their team.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Asmir Begović, 38, signed with Leicester City today. His move was widely expected after his contract with Everton ended. Last season, Begović helped Everton stay in the Premier League. Now, he joins Leicester, who are rebuilding under manager Marti Cifuentes. With Mads Hermansen possibly leaving, Begović could become a key goalkeeper. He might debut soon, as Leicester face Fiorentina and Edin Džeko in a friendly on August 3.

WHY THIS MOVE MATTERS

Leicester City aim to return to the Premier League after bing relegated last season. They were relegated after being promoted the season before. With Mads Hermansen potentially leaving and Jakob Stolarczyk seen as the future, Leicester needed Begović’s experience. Manager Marti Cifuentes, who coached Begović before, appreciates his leadership and expects him to unite the team. Begović played 14 matches for Everton last season, keeping 3 clean sheets and performing consistently when needed.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR LEICESTER AND BEGOVIĆ?

Leicester will use their friendly against Fiorentina to try new line-ups and give Begović time in goal. Their EFL Championship season starts on August 9th, with a home match against Sheffield Wednesday. Leicester hope to start well and avoid the close calls from last season. Their main rivals for promotion include Leicester City and Southampton, who finished just above them. As Begović joins the squad, his experience could be crucial in helping Leicester compete for a top-six spot and push for a quick return to the Premier League.