davieG Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Merc new signing Ritchie De Laet says he does not mind becoming Leicester City's Mr Versatility. De Laet prefers to play at right-back, and is likely to start the season as City's first choice in that position after Lee Peltier completes his move to Leeds, but he can play anywhere across the back four. ​ Leicester City new signing Ritchie De Laet City boss Nigel Pearson has said De Laet's ability to play in numerous positions could prove to be invaluable this season as City chase promotion to the Premier League and the Belgium international admits he is willing to adopt any role asked of him as he starts his City career. "I probably prefer to play right-back because I am right-footed but I will play anywhere I am asked to play," said De Laet, who joined City from Manchester United in a £2million deal, which also saw Matty James arrive at the King Power Stadium. "They say I am quite quick and I like to go forward a lot, but I like to improve in all areas. I hope Nigel will help me. "Personally, I want to play as many games as I can to help the club move forward, so I don't mind where I play." After spells on loan at Sheffield United, Preston, Portsmouth and Norwich City, De Laet said he was hoping to put down some roots at City. He is hoping to enjoy a settled, lengthy and successful spell with the club. "That was what I was looking for," he admitted. "I wanted somewhere where I could build a base. Leicester have given me that opportunity and I want to reward them and the supporters with good performances. "It was easy to decide to come here. I just want to play and there is only so much you can do in the reserves at United. United were great for me but I want to push my career forward now. "The manager was so eager to get me. We spoke for a long time and I had a good gut feeling about the manager and the club. It was an easy decision." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fox92 Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 This is good, in my opinion. Being versatile, he can drop into a number of positions as mentioned, especially if an injury or suspension occurs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surrifox Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Peltier move to Leeds back on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_w Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Peltier move to Leeds back on? Who said it was off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaspa Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Who said it was off? Toffee or Bert very recently Have a look in the Peltier thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_w Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Toffee or Bert very recently Have a look in the Peltier thread Ah I see, it was someone with 12 posts... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jaspa Posted 14 July 2012 Share Posted 14 July 2012 Ah I see, it was someone with 12 posts... Modelling the new home kit today.. Change of plan He won't be leaving Pearson given him second chance Just believe him.... Got a good record so far. That was yesterday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davieG Posted 14 July 2012 Author Share Posted 14 July 2012 Peltier move to Leeds back on? It's only Mercury speculation, they seem to know little more if anything than many on here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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