Riyad Mahrez French-Algerian footballer Mahrez has had a steady rise to stardom since he fist joined British team Leicester City from LeHavre in January 2014. He is regarded as playing a hugely pivotal role in the subsequent rise of Leicester from Premier League upstarts to champions in the 2015-2016 season. Over that period his transfer value was… French-Algerian footballer Mahrez has had a steady rise to stardom since he fist joined British team Leicester City from LeHavre in January 2014. He is regarded as playing a hugely pivotal role in the subsequent rise of Leicester from Premier League upstarts to champions in the 2015-2016 season. Over that period his transfer value was said to have risen from GBP4.5m ($5.6m) to GBP30.1m ($37.4m) and he was named PFA Player of the Year. He still plays for Leicester after signing a four-year contract worth a reputed $122,000 a week. Footballer, Leicester City FC Origin:Algeria-France Residence:UK Sector:Sport