Joe Aribo Leaves Leicester City As Relegated Foxes Begin Major Squad Clear-Out

Leicester City have confirmed the departure of Nigeria international Joe Aribo following the end of his loan spell, as the club begins a major squad overhaul after relegation to League One.

The Foxes announced the development in their retained list released on Sunday, May 24, confirming that 10 senior players will leave the club this summer, while several loan players will return to their parent clubs.

Aribo, who joined Leicester from Southampton F.C. on a temporary deal, is among those heading back after talks over a permanent transfer failed to move forward.

The 28-year-old midfielder still has a contract with Southampton running until June 2026, but uncertainty remains over his long-term future after Leicester’s drop into the third tier.

Reports had suggested Aribo was unwilling to continue playing in League One following the club’s relegation.

“In addition to those players, the loan spells of Jordan James, Aaron Ramsey, Joe Aribo, Dujuan Richards and Divine Mukasa will all end and see the players return to their parent clubs,” Leicester said in the statement.

The retained list also confirmed the exit of several experienced figures, including club captain Ricardo Pereira, who leaves after eight years and more than 200 appearances for the club.

Striker Patson Daka, winger Jordan Ayew, defender Jamaal Lascelles and academy graduate Wanya Marçal are also set to depart.

Meanwhile, veteran goalkeeper Asmir Begović remains in discussions with the club over a possible contract extension.

Leicester also revealed that contract extension options have been activated for five academy players, while several youngsters have received new offers as part of plans to rebuild the squad ahead of life in League One.

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