Leicester transfer  Stefano Sensi deal called off as deadline approaches

Live updates as Leicester City aim to cement a deal for Stefano Sensi before the deadline, with the club pressing right up until 11pm to complete the transition.

Despite the fact that the transfer deadline is approaching, Leicester City has yet to sign their man. In the closing hour of the window, City are still working to complete the deal for Inter Milan’s Stefano Sensi.

There is no likelihood of Harry Souttar leaving City, thus this is the only trade that will take place there. But will they be able to snag the Italian midfielder? Follow our blog for updates throughout the day.

Deadline day ends in Sensi deal collapse to leave City empty-handed

What a nightmare. When Sensi flew over for a medical, it appeared that City was in a position to strike a deal for him. However, it became clear in the closing few minutes of the window that it would be impossible to pull it over the line. Read more here.

It means City will close the window empty-handed and one midfielder down from where they began the year, with Casadei returning to Chelsea. We will analyze in the morning and hear Maresca’s opinions at his press conference tomorrow.

Sensi to City deal off as transfer deadline arrives

The Sensi deal is off, according to John Percy of the Telegraph. We had been waiting all day for a positive update, and the deal appeared to be finalized when Sensi landed in the UK for his physical this afternoon. However, rumors indicate that City was unable to reach an agreement with Inter. It appears that the banking regulations have become excessively complicated.

Yes, we’re hearing that the Sensi purchase is unlikely to go through. What a disaster for the city.

Into the final 15 minutes and still no Sensi deal sorted

We’re not going anywhere until we have a definitive response on Sensi. A reminder: there is a potential for an extra hour to conduct business, but the EFL must be notified that a deal is being negotiated. If that’s the case, City gets an extension till midnight.

However, given how long it took to get this done, it does not reflect good on the club. If Sensi is announced, many will be relieved rather than excited.

City’s promotion rivals Ipswich strengthen with Moore signing

City’s promotion opponents Ipswich have added another striker. They had already brought in Ali Al-Hamadi from AFC Wimbledon, and now they have added Kieffer Moore on loan from Bournemouth for the remainder of the season. They needed a new frontman this month after George Hirst’s injury, and they now have two.

You may recall that Daka’s deadline day move to Bournemouth was thwarted by Moore’s failure to complete his transfer to Cardiff last summer.

Sensi deal still possible even as it goes down to the wire

Do not panic just yet. We’ve heard that the deal to bring Sensi to City is still viable. There hasn’t been much encouraging news in the past few hours, and it appears that certain concerns are still being resolved within the club, but the deal isn’t off. It’ll just come down to the wire.

It wouldn’t be Leicester City if things were simple, right?

At the time of writing, there is little over an hour left in the window, but there is always the matter of deal sheets, which allow for extra time beyond 11 p.m. if the league is told that a deal is in the works.

‘Work to be done on Sensi work permit’ say Italian media

According to the latest news from Italy, the lawyers are working hard to ensure that this arrangement goes through by obtaining Sensi’s work visa. Time is running out, and there is no evidence that this is a done deal.

Sorry to those who hoped for an early bedtime. This one appears to be going to the wire.

Sensi’s agent says ‘we still have to wait’ as time ticks down

Even Sensi’s agent is still waiting. In an article published around 6.20pm UK time, Beppe Riso told SportItalia, “Sensi?” We still need to wait.”

That does not look promising, but there is still time to finalize the agreement. The medical checks should be completed by now, as Sensi’s flight from Milan arrives at East Midlands at 3pm, but the concern is whether City and Inter are still negotiating. We keep waiting.

How promotion rivals’ business compares with deadline approaching

City has yet to sign a player, although they want to do so tonight, and Leeds is in the same situation. They have yet to make a deal, but Burnley’s Connor Roberts is on his way. He’ll start at right-back, as Leeds sent Djed Spence back to Spurs a few weeks ago. Leeds are also rumored to be interested in signing a centre-back, considering their interest in Souttar, although they do have Rodon, Struijk, Cooper, and Cresswell, so they are not without choices.

It has been a busier month in Ipswich and Southampton. Sarmiento joined the Tractor Boys on loan from Brighton, as City found a few weeks ago when he scored the late equaliser, and they’ve also brought in midfielder Travis from Blackburn and forward Al-Hamadi from Wimbledon. The 21-year-old appears to be a wise investment considering his potential progression, with the Iraq international scoring 17 goals and assisting seven times in 29 games across all competitions this season.

Meanwhile, the Saints appear to have made two excellent loan signings in Rothwell and Brooks from Bournemouth. If they can get Brooks to play close to his peak, he’ll contribute significantly for the balance of the season.

No Premier League return for Kasper Schmeichel on deadline day

There was talk of Schmeichel returning to England this summer, and if that happened, it would have outraged many City fans, as Nottingham Forest were interested in signing the Dane.

They wanted a new goalkeeper for Nuno, and it is believed Schmeichel would have been interested in returning to the Premier League.

Forest, on the other hand, has decided to sign Matz Sels from Strasbourg. In any case, Anderlecht sporting director Jesper Fredberg informed Tipsbladet that Schmeichel would not be going.

Flight from Milan to East Midlands lands in Sensi deal progress

The private plane flying from Milan to East Midlands landed shortly after 3 p.m. Once Sensi is finished, it’s a half-hour trip to Seagrave, where they can continue with the medical.

There is still plenty of time to get things in order, as the deadline is not until 11 p.m. tonight. Let’s hope everything goes nicely. You may learn all about Sensi here.

City is now one of five Championship sides that have not made a signing this month, alongside Leeds, Norwich, Preston, and Rotherham. Leeds are likely to sign Connor Roberts from Burnley, so they’ll have a new face to welcome. It appears that City will as well.

Problems stack up for Souttar to limit chance of Leicester exit

Leeds may be interested in Souttar, but it does not appear that a deal will be reached at this time. If City is going to authorize a player transferring to a club they consider to be a promotion rival, it must be for a fee, not on loan. However, Leeds, like City, must consider the Profitability and Sustainability Rules, therefore spending a significant quantity is not something they intend to do.

Plus, Souttar is in Qatar training for Australia’s Asian Cup quarterfinal versus South Korea tomorrow, which complicates medical and personal arrangements.

Is there another team City could sell him to? Sheffield United has him on their shortlist, but they appear to be on the verge of getting Mason Holgate from Everton, and it appears that Forest’s Joe Worrall is their backup option.

Where Sensi would play if he was signed by City on deadline day

It’s difficult to see someone with Sensi’s background coming to City to sit on the bench. And now that Wilfred Ndidi is out until April, he has a clear path to the starting lineup. That means that if he arrives today, he will play on the right of the two number eight positions, establishing a midfield triangle with Harry Winks and Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall.

Sensi has played a variety of midfield positions throughout his career, including behind the striker, deep, and box-to-box. His passing range makes him a great possibility to cover for Winks if the former Tottenham player is injured or suspended. This is especially useful with Hamza Choudhury currently covering for both Winks and Ricardo Pereira.