The real reason behind Ricardo Pereira’s ongoing and puzzling banishment from Leicester City has been revealed. Most members of the Blue Army, at least the vocal ones, are calling for the Portuguese to be reinstated in the Foxes’ team. However, under-pressure manager Steve Cooper has failed to give the talented 30-year-old his chance in the starting line-up. In fact, the Welshman opted not to use Ricardo in any of LCFC’s first five Premier League matches. Will Ricardo eventually make his comeback to the team or see a more regular reintroduction to match action? Or will the former OGC Nice and FC Porto player remain in the King Power wilderness?
There are also two other current stories that concern us. Firstly, the latest comments from Leicester’s legendary lawyer Nick De Marco. De Marco has rescued City from a troubling and potentially devastating legal quandary. He has now spoken out on Manchester City’s profit and sustainability case. In addition, we are dealing with the matter of the impending suspension of a key player. Will an Arsenal star miss the crucial clash with the East Midlands team? Or will the Gunner be allowed to play the upcoming game from the start?
It would “spoil the fun” if Pep Guardiola’s Man City were relegated because of Financial Fair Play issues, according to the now famous lawyer. However, an independent panel could decide that the above scenario Is indeed the appropriate punishment. That is If Of course the citizens are found guilty.
De Marco, who also backed Newcastle United Football Club during its takeover by Saudi Arabia a few years ago, says it is “not right” to downgrade a club for reasons other than footballing. MCFC faces 130 allegations of PSR breaches.
Trossard Is eligible to face LCFC on Saturday 28 September. This is because the Belgian international will serve his suspension on Wednesday evening when Arsenal face Bolton Wanderers in the Carabao Cup. Leicester face Walsall in the same competition on Tuesday.
If you’re wondering why you’re not seeing Ricardo this season, aside from the League Cup, you’ve come to the right place. It seems that a previous theory that says a left-footer always plays at left-back holds true, so Cooper simply prefers James to Justin on the opposing side:
“I speak to Ricky all the time. He’s an outstanding professional and a very important player in the dressing room for the culture. He leads by example. He wants to play games but he knows he’s in a competition like any other player. Sometimes you have the shirt, you have the nod. And sometimes you don’t. I’ve said before, we’re in a really strong position at right back and no matter who we play, it’s all good.”
– Steve Cooper
