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Leicester bought Wilfred Ndidi to replace N'Golo Kante but can the new boy surpass his predecessor?

Leicester bought Wilfred Ndidi to replace the chasm left by N'Golo Kante but as each match goes by the evidence stacks up that this previously unknown 20-year-old might one day surpass his predecessor's significant contributions.

In the 2-0 win over Stoke Ndidi scored a wonderful goal from range that scorched through the air, bettering his first fabulous effort in a Leicester shirt against Derby, and provided the defensive coverage and quick transition that is so vital to his side's style.

The £15million Leicester paid Genk in January already appears a excellent use of resources and Craig Shakespeare has revealed that the club beat others in pursuit by virtue of being first to the punch 18 months ago.