Who is Muzzy Izzet? Leicester City's midfielder of Turkish Cypriot descent

Muzzy Izzet was born in London in 1974. His family is of Turkish Cypriot descent. He started playing football in England and came through the Chelsea youth system. The club that made his name most widely known in his professional career was Leicester City.

Leicester City years

Izzet transferred to Leicester City in 1996. With his hard work in midfield, his ability to read the game and his shots from distance, he became one of the key players in the team. Under Martin O'Neill, he won the League Cup with Leicester in 1997 and 2000. During this period the club finished high in the Premier League and competed in European competitions.

National team

Despite being born in England, he chose his Turkish roots and played for the Turkey national team. Although he appeared in a limited number of matches in the crescent and star shirt, his name was mentioned in the football of both countries.

Later years

After leaving Leicester City, he played for Birmingham City. Even after retiring from football, he kept a special place in the memory of Leicester fans. Remembered for his energy in midfield, Izzet is counted among the club's best-known players of the late 1990s and early 2000s.