Aston Villa is eyeing the 27-year-old for the upcoming transfer window. Iheanacho has had a somewhat underwhelming season with Leicester, managing only five goals in 22 appearances despite their promotion-winning campaign. According to reports, Leicester has proposed a new contract to the former Man City player, but he is believed to have turned it down, indicating his desire to depart the King Power Stadium by the end of the season.

Aston Villa’s quest for more attacking options to bolster Ollie Watkins has heightened, especially with Jhon Duran currently serving as backup.

Kelechi Iheanacho, who has seen limited playing time under Enzo Maresca since the beginning of the year, experienced absences due to his participation in the Africa Cup of Nations with Nigeria. This lack of opportunities for Iheanacho stands in stark contrast to his earlier prominence.

Meanwhile, Villa’s successful signing of Tielemans from Leicester City last summer has paid off, with the midfielder gradually finding his form under Unai Emery’s guidance, nearing his 50th appearance for the club despite a slow start to his Villa Park career.

If Aston Villa secure Champions League qualification, they will require ample depth. Emery and the decision-makers at Villa Park should heed the lessons from Newcastle United’s experiences this season.

Eddie Howe neglected to bolster his squad’s depth last summer, and with the club contending on multiple fronts, including the Champions League, it took a toll on the players, resulting in a multitude of soft tissue injuries throughout the campaign.