Three reasons Danny Ward’s Leicester City move makes perfect sense

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On Thursday, Sky Sports reported that Leicester City had agreed a £10 million fee for Liverpool goalkeeper Danny Ward.

The transfer makes sense for both parties, after Liverpool added goalkeeping talent that would have restricted Ward’s opportunities even more.

Here are three reasons why the switch is a smart one for the Welshman.

Alisson’s arrival extinguished Ward’s Liverpool hopes

Liverpool completed the signing of Roma goalkeeper Alisson after a prolonged transfer saga, which pushed Ward even further down the pecking order at Anfield.

Since joining in 2012, the Welsh international has made a grand total of three first team appearances for the Reds. The lack of minutes meant it was time for Ward to move on, and the addition of one of the best goalkeepers in the world confirmed that decision.

Ward will enjoy increased playing time

In Percy’s tweet announcing the deal between the two clubs, he claimed Ward was being brought in to compete with Kasper Schmeichel, not to be a replacement.

But it is hard to ignore reports from Sky Sports that Chelsea are targeting the Danish goalkeeper, who might be tempted to move to Stamford Bridge as a replacement for the outgoing Thibaut Courtois.

Nevertheless, if Schmeichel stays Ward would still have the opportunity to play consistent football in cup competitions, which is much more than he enjoyed at Anfield.

The Welsh number one spot could soon be his

With a smart move to the King Power Stadium, Ward could possibly claim the Leicester number one role. And with positive performances, he could add to his four Wales caps and make a case to become the Welsh number one.

At only 25 years of age, he has plenty of time to ignite his international career, and at the perfect time due to the expanded Euro and World Cup fields.