Leicester City snap-up Sevilla midfielder Vicente Iborra for £10.5m on four-year deal
LEICESTER CITY have announced the signing of Vicente Iborra from Sevilla for £10.5million.
The 29-year-old has penned a four-year contract with the Foxes.
Leicester City have signed Vicente Iborra from SevillaGetty ImagesLeicester boss Craig Shakespeare has secured the star on a four-year dealGetty Images
Speaking to the club’s website, Iborra said: “I’m very happy to be here with Leicester City and I’m looking forward to experiencing the Premier League with my new team-mates next season.
“Everything about this club seems good and it’s been great to meet my new team-mates.
“I’ve already spoken with them about the city and the club so I can’t wait to get started.”
Foxes boss Craig Shakespeare added: “I’m absolutely delighted that Vicente has joined us.
“He’s player with such a good pedigree from his time in Spain with Sevilla and he adds some really strong competition to our squad.”
Vicente Iborra has cost Leicester £10.5m from SevillaGetty ImagesVicente Iborra played for Sevilla against Leicester in the Champions League last seasonNews Group Newspapers Ltd
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The 29-year-old defensive midfielder clocked up more than 170 appearances for the La Liga side since his arrival in 2013.
And he lifted the Europa League on no less than three occasions at Sevilla.
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