Fatawu Issahaku walked into Leicester City’s training ground with a fresh new look, unaware that his teammates were about to give him a nickname that would go viral. The 22-year-old Ghanaian winger, currently recovering from an ACL injury, had dyed his hair gold—a bold style that immediately caught the attention of his fellow players.

As laughter echoed through the dressing room, someone called out, “Auntie Fatawu!” The room erupted in amusement, with players explaining that the hairstyle resembled a look commonly associated with older women in Nigeria. Issahaku, confused at first, playfully questioned the nickname, only for his teammates to double down with more laughter.

Despite the banter, Leicester fans had something more important to celebrate—the sight of Issahaku moving without crutches as he continues his rehabilitation. The talented winger, who suffered a season-ending injury during Ghana’s AFCON 2025 qualifier against Angola, has been working hard to return to full fitness after undergoing surgery.

While “Auntie Fatawu” may stick as a lighthearted joke, Leicester supporters will be hoping to see a fully fit Issahaku back on the pitch, dazzling with his skills rather than just his hairstyle.