Chuba Akpom: Leicester City and Marseille vie for striker’s signature

Leicester City and Olympique Marseille are competing for the signature of Chuba Akpom, the England and Nigeria international striker currently at Ajax.

Both clubs are set to intensify their pursuit of the forward before the transfer window closes, according to Completesports.com.

Ajax has decided to loan out the 29-year-old, with De Telegraaf confirming the move.

Sunderland had attempted to bring Akpom to the Sky Bet Championship earlier in the transfer window, but the offer was turned down.

Leicester and Marseille are now expected to formalize their interest in the forward, who still has three and a half years remaining on his contract with the Dutch giants.

Akpom joined Ajax in 2023 after a highly successful season with Middlesbrough, where his goal-scoring ability had earned him a move to one of Europe’s most prominent clubs.

This season, Akpom has scored eight goals in 31 appearances for Ajax, continuing to showcase his potential despite a challenging campaign for the team.

His performances have attracted interest from both Leicester and Marseille, who are looking to strengthen their attacking options with a proven striker.

With his dual nationality—English and Nigerian—Akpom’s versatility could add value to either side, making him an appealing target as both clubs look to improve their squads.