Leicester have completed a move for the highly rated George Thomas from Coventry on a three-year deal.
The Leicester-born 20-year-old, who can play either as a forward or in midfield, came through the ranks at the Ricoh Arena and scored nine times in 36 senior appearances, including the winner in last season’s EFL Trophy final against Oxford.
Thomas, who made his Coventry debut as a 16-year-old, has represented Wales at under-17, under-19 and under-20 level, and scored both goals in his the under-20 group-stage draw with the Ivory Coast at this summer’s Toulon Tournament. He has joined Leicester for an undisclosed fee.
“I’m buzzing, and I’m looking forward to the season coming and seeing what I can do,” Thomas told Leicester’s official website. “I’ve seen a few of the boys in the changing room. It’s all good at the minute. The facilities are unbelievable and I just can’t wait to get started.
“It’s my hometown, I only live 10-15 minutes away in Wigston. It’s always good to play for your hometown team so hopefully I can push on from here.
“I’ve played 50 odd games at professional level so maybe I have got that head start over other 20-year-olds,” he added. “Hopefully I can use that experience to get into the first team here. I’m thankful to them for giving me my chance, it’s always a good experience. It helps me to be playing against the top players from all over the world.”
Burnley, meanwhile, have signed Birmingham City goalkeeper Adam Legzdins for an undisclosed fee. The 30-year-old has agreed a three-year deal with the Clarets and becomes the club’s fifth summer signing
