20 November 2020 at 20:20 by Thomas
His departure decided from Saint-Etienne to Leicester in England, on the end of the transfer market, has caused a lot of talk. Starting with the ASSA followerstorn between the departure of a nugget for some and the money of the transfer of his contract for others; in the operation, the Saint-Etienne club won 35 million euros, as the cost of the compensation paid by the Foxes, in return, the recruitment of defender Wesley Fofana.
One more contract season at Leicester than at ASSE
The 19-year-old young man signed a lease for a maximum of five years, with a term of June 30, 2025. His contract evolves on the salary, it is estimated for this fiscal year 2020-21, at more than 100,000 euros gross monthly . Minus signing bonuses and individual and collective goals. On the scale of the 2016 England champion’s locker room, it remains modest. Forward Vardy leads the league at just over 8million euros a season, ahead of Danish goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel at 7.5million.
Wesley Fofana proves so far that he made the right choice
Wesley Fofana, for his part, increased his previous salary by more than a quarter, with the Greens of Saint-Etienne. It had been, in the spring, at the heart of the first confinement, extended until 2024 and revalued financially. “I’d be crazy to say no to Leicester, said the player in the columns of The team, last September. This contract can change my life. I have to protect my family by keeping them safe. The sporting and financial aspects being combined, I have to say yes. I am aware of taking a risk by moving abroad early, but I am determined and mentally ready to change my life. “ So far the choice is the right one for Fofana, who have played a big part in the stunning start to the season for Leicester, champions of their league and best defense with nine goals conceded in eight matchdays.