Leicester boss Ruud van Nistelrooy could use his strong links with Manchester United to bolster his squad in January.
Football Insider reported on Monday that Leicester will target a new striker and centre-back as their main targets in the first month of 2025.
However, it is believe that concerns over financial regulations at King Power Stadium and the funds for squad improvements will not be sufficient.
The Foxes are set to explore the loan market and Van Nistelrooy could return to his old club in a bid to boost Leicester’s attack.
He only returned to United in the summer as Erik ten Hag’s assistant but has built an impressive reputation as caretaker manager since the Dutchman was sack.
If a suitable target is found, the Midlands club will first have to cancel Odsonne Edouard’s loan from Crystal Palace. With the striker having not feature in the team’s last six Premier League games.
Leicester are considering terminating Edouard’s loan deal with the Palace forward struggling to make an impact. Having played just four games this season.
Facundo Buonanotte is another ยูฟ่าเบท player on loan in the country and has impressed. Scoring four goals and providing two assists this season.
Leicester could also consider loan moves from overseas clubs as they battle to stay in the Premier League.
The club sits 17th in the table after back-to-back defeats to Newcastle and Wolves. With Van Nistelrooy’s next three games coming against Liverpool, Man City and Aston Villa.