Leicester City have opened talks with Lille over a proposed £21million deal for midfielder Boubakary Soumare.
Sportsmail reported Leicester’s interest earlier this year and they are looking to tie up a deal ahead of competition.
Everton and Leeds United both had scouts at Lille’s game against Lens on Friday while Newcastle have a long held interest in the highly rated 22-year old.
Leicester have opened up talks with Lille over a proposed £21m deal for Boubakary Soumare
Brendan Rodgers is close to getting his man, who he was interested in earlier this year
Soumare, who has played a key role in Lille's Ligue 1 title tilt this season, has also previously attracted interest from Arsenal and Tottenham.