Leicester City’s quiet January transfer window might be stirring to life with Luke Thomas’ loan move to Middlesbrough potentially being followed by an impressive new signing. Reports suggest that the club is finalizing a deal to bring in a new player for Enzo Maresca.

After speculation that Rangers were looking to sign Thomas, Middlesbrough secured the full-back’s loan. Thomas had initially spent the first half of the season with Sheffield United in the Premier League but returned to Leicester without making a significant impact, before heading out on his second loan move of the campaign.

Following Thomas’s departure, Leicester can focus on potential new signings. With just under a week remaining in the January window and no completed moves thus far, that could be set to change. Reports indicate that the club is finalizing its first deal of the month.

According to FC Inter News, Leicester is finalizing a move to sign Stefano Sensi, with club officials reportedly working to seal the deal. A medical is said to be organized for the Inter Milan midfielder, and the deal is reportedly on track to be completed as early as tonight for a fee of just €2m (£1.7m), potentially paid in two stages.

Sitting seven points clear at the top of the Championship, Leicester could be on the brink of signing a player ready to help secure the title and make an impact in the Premier League, given Sensi’s experience at Inter Milan.

Despite Sensi’s limited game time at Inter Milan this season, he is seen as a player with the quality to help Leicester secure the Championship title before making an impact in the Premier League. During his loan spell at AC Monza last season, Sensi’s stats showed his capabilities. It’s suggested that he could form a strong midfield partnership with Harry Winks, easing any relegation concerns for Leicester if they are in the Premier League next season.