Leicester City winger Abdul Fatawu Issahaku has conceded his side fell short this season, describing their performances as “not good enough” ahead of what is expected to be his final appearance for the club.
The 22-year-old is set to feature when Leicester face Blackburn Rovers on Saturday, 2 May, in a match that comes after a disappointing campaign culminating in relegation to League One. His comments follow growing frustration among players and supporters after a season that has failed to meet expectations.
Issahaku is the second Leicester player to publicly address the club’s relegation, after goalkeeper Asmir Begovic shared his thoughts earlier. The Ghana international took to social media to reflect on the campaign, expressing both disappointment and hope for the future.
Writing on Instagram, Fatawu said: “Appreciate all the support from the beginning of the season till today, Foxes. Is disappointing to finish the season at this level. In all, this was not what we work for and overall was not good enough.
“Our club is amazing and deserved more than the position we are today and I believe this club will come back stronger to where it belongs.”
Despite his optimism for Leicester’s long-term recovery, Issahaku is widely expected to leave the club during the summer transfer window. Financial pressures following relegation are likely to force the club into selling key assets, with the winger regarded as one of their most valuable players.
The Ghanaian attracted interest from several Premier League clubs last year, including Sunderland. Although Leicester were previously believed to value him at around £35m, it remains uncertain whether they will command a similar fee this time, given the club’s change in circumstances.
Issahaku’s individual performances have been one of the few bright spots in an otherwise difficult season. He leads the team in goal contributions, having scored nine times and provided seven assists. However, his form has dipped in recent months following the appointment of manager Gary Rowett.
Under Rowett, the winger has managed just one goal involvement in 12 matches, a sharp contrast to his earlier output of 15 contributions in 32 games before the managerial change. The decline reflects a broader struggle within the team as they failed to maintain consistency and results.
Leicester’s relegation marks a significant setback for a club that had ambitions of competing at a higher level. The drop to League One brings not only sporting challenges but also financial implications, increasing the likelihood of a squad overhaul in the coming months.
For Issahaku, Saturday’s fixture could mark the end of a brief but eventful spell at the club. While his future remains uncertain, his performances have ensured continued interest from top-flight sides.
As Leicester prepare for life outside the Championship, attention is already turning to rebuilding efforts. However, the departure of key players like Issahaku could make that task more difficult in the short term.
