Manchester city sign riyad mahrez from leicester city

A historic moment in Manchester City's history!

On July 14, 2017, Manchester City announced the signing of Riyad Mahrez from Leicester City for a reported fee of £60 million. Mahrez, a winger known for his pace, skill, and goal-scoring ability, had been a key player for Leicester City since joining the club in 2014.

The Algerian international had helped Leicester City achieve a stunning Premier League title win in the 2015-16 season, scoring 17 goals and providing 11 assists in the process. He had also been named the PFA Players' Player of the Year and the Football Writers' Association Footballer of the Year in 2016.

Mahrez's move to Manchester City marked a significant coup for the club, as they looked to strengthen their squad and challenge for major honors. He went on to make 129 appearances for the club, scoring 48 goals and providing 48 assists, before joining AS Roma on a permanent transfer in 2021.