Leicester are bracing themselves for Ben Chilwell’s departure to Chelsea next summer and have identified Ryan Bertrand of Southampton as a potential replacement.
As reported by Sportsmail in October, Chelsea were considering bringing a move for Chilwell forward to January.
But their plans to strengthen at left back have been delayed as the Blues prioritise bringing in a striker this month.
That has given Leicester more time to draw up contingency plans and Bertrand would represent an experienced, quality replacement for Chilwell, 23, whose Leicester contract runs until 2024.