Reason why Kasper Schmeichel trned down Celtic as transfer confirmed

                   Reason why Kasper Schmeichel trned down Celtic as transfer confirmed

Latest Leicester City news from Leicester  shire Live as former Foxes goalkeeper Kasper Schmeichel joins Anderlecht

Kasper Schmeichel has joined Anderlecht after leaving Nice, having been linked with a reunion with Brendan Rodgers at Celtic.

The former Leicester City goalkeeper has signed a one-year deal with the Belgian giants and his contract includes the option of an extra year.

“After speaking with (chief executive) Jesper (Fredberg) and (manager) Brian (Riemer), I was very excited about the project that they’re putting in place,” said Schmeichel.

“Anderlecht is just a massive club and former teammates from different places have always talked so highly and warmly of this place. It was something that I really wanted to become part of.”

Fredberg said: “Although we are happy with the current squad, this was an exceptional opportunity to bring in a goalkeeper with so much experience and know-how.

“The signing of Kasper Schmeichel fits our desire to have top competition in all positions.

“Kasper can be of enormous value to this club with his experience, on and off the pitch.”