Algerian star Islam Slimani has joined Christian Atsu's Newcastle on loan from Leicester until the end of the season.

The two clubs came to an agreement in the last hours of transfer deadline line.

The striker became Leicester's club-record signing in 2016 for £28m from Sporting Lisbon but has only started two Premier League games for the Foxes this season.

Slimani in his first interview after signing his contract with the Magpies said: "It's a great thing for me and for Newcastle. I'm happy to be here. Hopefully, I can come here and be able to give them a hand.

"Knowing the power of the fans and crowd here and how great they are, and also speaking to the manager, it gave me the confidence that this was the right choice."

By Daraja Mutari/Ghanaguardian.com