Amartey feature for Leicester U-23 in their 2-1 win against Villarreal

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Ghanaian defender Daniel Amartey was in action for Leicester City’s U-23 team on Wednesday when they posted a 2-1 win over Villarreal team B in the Premier League International Cup.

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The two clubs locked horns in a Group A encounter of the competition at the Holmes Park looking to grab all 3 points.

Amartey who has become surplus to requirement under new Eagles boss Brendan Rodgers was handed a starting role for the U-23 team of the Foxes on the matchday.

He was solid at the back and worked hard with his teammates to eventually emerge as 2-1 winners.

The 24-year-old Black Stars asset lasted the entire duration of the match, making his impact felt throughout the match.

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He is thought to have interest from several clubs in Europe and might secure a move away from the King Power Stadium in the January transfer window.