Riyad Mahrez, Leicester Agree on New Contract: Latest Details and Reaction

Leicester City and star winger Riyad Mahrez have agreed on a new contract, as the Algeria international is set to continue his career with the Foxes. 

The Premier League champions announced on Wednesday via their official website that Mahrez agreed to a new four-year deal at the King Power Stadium, tying him to the club until the summer of 2020.

The 25-year-old joined Leicester in January 2014 and established himself as one of the key players in the squad during the 2015-16 season, playing a huge role in the club’s unexpected run toward the Premier League title.

Along with team-mate Jamie Vardy, he became the breakout performer of the campaign with a series of impressive showings, becoming the first player to reach double-digit goals and assists in the league early in February, per BBC Match of the Day.

He was voted the Professional Footballers’ Association Player of the Year for his stunning campaign, becoming the first African player to walk away with the award.

Sky Sports News further confirmed Wednesday’s announcement, and presenter Jim White discussed what the deal means for the player and the club:

BREAKING: Leicester midfielder Riyad Mahrez signs new contract until 2020: https://t.co/5IqcuhVU0F #SSNHQ https://t.co/Nn6hOaHEg2

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