Leicester City has signed defender Wout Faes from French club Reims to replace Wesley Fofana who joined Chelsea recently. Faes has joined on a five-year contract for an undisclosed fee, with the move subject to international clearance.
Speaking about his new club and deal he said: ”It’s an amazing feeling – it’s not sunk in yet. This is the dream step in my career and I’m very happy to be here.” He also said: “I’m progressing year after year, and I hope to continue doing the same here.”
“All the facilities and knowledge are here to help me to get even better. I will have to work hard, but I will give 100% to help the team.” Wout Faes, who came through the ranks at Anderlecht, signed for Ligue 1 club Reims in 2020 and made three appearances for the club this season.
He played 37 league games for them last season – scoring four goals – as they finished 12th in the league. Faes has one cap for Belgium, as a substitute in a Nations League game against Poland in June.