Leicester City have a plethora of talent in their ranks, both at the club or out on loan.
One of those who fits that bill is Nathan Opoku. An American forward, Opoku is currently out on loan in Belgium but has been tipped for big things.
However, Opoku is one of four current/former Leicester stars set to play in Baller League – a brand new tournament.
A six-a-side football competition featuring former Premier League players, futsal players and celebrities, 12 teams will battle it out to win the first ever edition of the competition held in the UK.
But who is the Leicester striker who is a part of the competition? Leicester City News has everything you need to know.
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Who is Nathan Opoku?
Nathan Opoku is a striker who is currently at Leicester and previously had a loan spell at the Foxes’ sister club OH Leuven.
He was born in Accra, Ghana and moved to the USA in 2021 where he made his name in the College football scene.
Opoku is a highly-rated forward who is working his way back to strength after suffering a double leg fracture in April 2024.
How old is Nathan Opoku?
Opoku was born in Accra, Ghana on 22 July 2001, making him 23-years-old at the time of writing.
How tall is Nathan Opoku?
Opoku is 1.82m tall, or exactly six foot, which makes him regular-sized in height.
Which Baller League team does Nathan Opoku play for?
Opoku will be playing for Trebol FC, who will be managed by Barcelona, Real Madrid and Portugal legend Luis Figo.
He will also be playing alongside former Premier League defender Ciaran Clark too.
Nathan Opoku X/Instagram accounts
Opoku can be found on Instagram @nathanopoku10.
He doesn’t appear to have an X account.
How to watch the Baller League?
Every game will be available to watch on Sky Sports Mix on Monday nights, hosted by Chunkz and Olivia Buzaglo.
Those wishing to stream it can find it on Now TV and Sky Go, as well as YouTube and Twitch.
When is the Baller League?
Games will be played on Monday nights, starting from 24 March and will run for 11 consecutive weeks until May.
The top four teams will then enter a play-off situation.