Premier League leaders **Leicester City** have made a formal move for CSKA Moscow forward **Ahmed Musa**, according to reports in *The Times*.
The 23-year-old Nigerian international has been in fine form for the Russian champions this season, scoring **10 goals and providing three assists** in all competitions. His performances have caught the attention of several European clubs, but Leicester appear determined to secure his signature before the close of the winter transfer window.
The Foxes, who have stunned English football by sitting top of the **Premier League table**, are believed to have lodged an offer worth **€18.4m (£14m)** for the Super Eagles striker. Manager **Claudio Ranieri** is eager to add depth to his squad as Leicester push for a historic title challenge.
Musa, who has previously expressed his desire to play in the Premier League, would provide additional pace and attacking options alongside **Jamie Vardy** and **Riyad Mahrez**, both of whom have been instrumental in Leicester’s remarkable season so far.
However, with the transfer window closing in just a few days, the outcome depends on whether **CSKA Moscow** are willing to part ways with one of their key players mid-season. The Russian club remain in contention for domestic honours and will also face European competition later in the campaign, making them reluctant sellers.
Musa has been with CSKA since 2012, after joining from Dutch side VVV-Venlo. He has since established himself as a consistent scorer in the **Russian Premier League** and a regular for Nigeria, where he has earned over 50 international caps. He played a crucial role for the Super Eagles at the **2014 FIFA World Cup**, scoring twice against Argentina in the group stages.
For Leicester, whose remarkable rise from relegation battlers to title contenders has captured global attention, the signing of Musa would represent both ambition and belief in their ability to compete at the highest level.
With fewer than four days left before the transfer deadline, negotiations are expected to intensify. Leicester fans will be waiting eagerly to see if the club can pull off yet another surprise by adding Musa to their attacking ranks.
