Leicester break their transfer record for Sporting star Islam Slimani

"My friend Riyad Mahrez spoke to me about the club and about the atmosphere the fans create."

Leicester break their transfer record for Sporting star Islam Slimani

Leicester have announced the signing of Algeria striker Islam Slimani from Sporting Lisbon.

The Premier League champions released a statement on Wednesday with just over an hour and a half to go before the 11pm transfer deadline confirming Slimani had joined them on a five-year-deal, subject to international clearance.

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