Former red set for Foxes transfer

Last updated : 18 July 2003 By Simon Turner
Craig Hignett today became Leicester City's ninth summer signing subject to passing a medical on a free transfer. City boss Micky Adams, who signed Ben Thatcher earlier this week, was pleased with the acquisition of the popular scouser.

"I see Craig as a utility player who can play in a variety of roles, up front, in midfield or out wide," manager Micky Adams told lcfc.co.uk.

"He has got a good scoring record as well and has scored goals at every level including the Premiership.

"He will give us plenty of options and will be a very useful addition to the squad because of his versatility."

Hignett scored 57 goals in 160 Crewe Alex appearances, and hopes to join the Leicester pre-season squad to Finland next week.