There was not a single new recruit among the 19 players used in Leicester City’s final pre-season outing, but it at least felt like there was.

Nine months since his last King Power Stadium appearance, Abdul Fatawu provided that new-signing sensation, delivering an electric display and a solo goal that have raised fans’ optimism levels markedly.

The sentiment was shared by Stephy Mavididi, who wrote on Instagram after City's victory over Fiorentina: “Get your popcorn ready, we’re going to have fun this season.”

Fatawu really was excellent. There had been enough glimpses in pre-season before not to feel he looked in good nick.

But this felt like confirmation that his ACL tear had not affected his physical attributes in any way. He is still lightning quick.

It’s not impacted his conf

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