Rodgers makes glaring Leicester admission that leaves Man Utd, Liverpool, Arsenal all hanging
Brendan Rodgers admits that Leicester have to be ‘realistic’ over Youri Tielemans’ future at the club, with the likes of Manchester United, Liverpool and Arsenal all keen on the Belgian.
The 24-year-old midfielder has entered into the final 18 months of his current deal at the King Power Stadium, with the Foxes so far failing to make any progress in their efforts to tie Tielemans down to a fresh contract.
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Given the situation, Leicester have a major decision to make over whether to cash in on the player while they still can or potentially lose him for nothing in the summer of 2023.
Recent reports suggest the Foxes have already reduced Tielemans’ asking price from £60million to £35m.
Indeed, there was the possibility of a move to Arsenal in January, when talks did actually take place.
But with United, Liverpool, Real Madrid and Barcelona also keen, Leicester may be able to drive the price up a little if a bidding war ensues.
Rodgers is fully aware, however, that this might be the midfielder’s final campaign with the club – with Tielemans wanting Champions League football.
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Speaking to Sky Sports about the player’s situation, he said: “With his