Wilfried Ndidi continues his fine form with three goals and one assist in all competitions for Gent. started the season.
Super Eagles midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has revealed his new midfield role at Leicester City under Argentina coach Enzo Maresca, Soccernet.ng reports.
The 26-year-old was a central midfielder early in his career before switching to defensive midfielder at Belgian club Racing Genk, from where he moved to Leicester City in 2017.
He switched to a defensive position for Leicester City and played under the previous manager during their Premier League days.
However, under new manager Enzo Maresca, who joined the club this summer, Ndidi has been given a completely different role.
The Nigeria international was used in a higher position this season and quickly adapted to his new position, scoring three goals and providing one assist in 10 games in all competitions.
Ndidi was in action again in Leicester’s final Championship game against Bristol City on Saturday. His move saw him brought down by Cal Naismith in the box and Jamie Vardy converted the penalty to make it 1-1. 0 wins.
The former Genk midfielder admitted that he is getting used to his new role under the Argentine manager’s guidance.
He said: I would like to thank my manager for working hard to help me understand this role. As revealed on Leicester City’s website, He’s trying to help me
People who naturally fill this role also help me. It’s a process. Things are going well, but I’ll keep going. It’s really interesting because I’m trying to get into the box more often. I always had it, but it was Enzo who taught me that I actually had it. He’s trying to push me away.
Ndidi has played in every game for Leicester City this season, helping the Foxes win seven of their eight Championship games and top the table.
