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O'Neill 'tempted' by Leicester City

Michael O'Neill would be tempted by Premier League champions Leicester City, who are looking to replace Claudio Ranieri.

Northern Ireland boss Michael O'Neill would consider managing Leicester City if he was approached by the Premier League champions.

Claudio Ranieri guided Leicester to the title against all odds last season but he was sacked in February, with Craig Shakespeare appointed on an interim basis.

Shakespeare has led Leicester to back-to-back wins against Liverpool and Hull City to move clear of the relegation zone, but O'Neill reportedly remains on the club's wish list as they seek a permanent manager and it is a role that would tempt the 47-year-old Northern Irishman.