Fans of Leicester City Football Club might just now be able to allow themselves to be happy. Although, that moment was supposed to transpire for LCFC's Blue Army fan base a week ago. Around that time, the faithful were expecting the Foxes to announce the signing of former West Ham United player Callum Wilson. Not to mention a much-needed boost in firepower: with goals from centre forwards at a premium.
However, and sadly for Leicester fans, the squad, management and the club at large - Antonio's deal died on the vine, as the famous idiom states. Meaning that City did not progress with an agreement to sign the Jamaica National Team representative, aged 35, due to injury. Marti Cifuentes, the manager of the East Midlands side, personally disclosed that disappointment to the media.
Yet all is not lost on the striker front, if reporting is accurate and fair. Trusting so-called insiders is also the order of the day - but stick with it as the story unravels. There are trustworthy in-the-know supporters, employees or previous workers at footballing organisations who essentially leak vital information about teams. 'The Bobble' (@ElBobble on Twitter, or X) has a generally great reputation for accuracy regarding Everton FC. Then there is ExWHUemployee too; this is where City and another attacker come in.
Massive Callum Wilson update with Leicester City seeking competent striker
Daily Mail have suggested that Wilson will 'mutually rip up' his supposed 'pay-as-you-play' contract. That type of deal is, of course, an indication of West Ham's previous worry over the forward's injury record.
Though, if the 33-year-old is actively fit right now, the Leicester following would not object to Wilson's services. He is an England-capped profession who knows where the goal is, and who utilises teammates.
A very encouraging update emerged this weekend as well. Hopefully the information and insight is correct. Yet Saudi Arabian interest may, naturally, derail LCFC chances:
"We have also heard that Callum Wilson could also be soon to complete his move out of the club.ExWHUemployee - Patreon
“Leicester City showing an interest ironically after the collapse due to injury on their move for Michail Antonio."