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Jonny Evans says Leicester's Wesley Fofana can become 'one of best centre-backs in the world'

Leicester City's Jonny Evans says 19-year-old team-mate Wesley Fofana has all the attributes to become a world-class defender.

"He can probably go on and become one of the best centre-backs in the world," Evans told BBC Radio 5 Live.

"Sometimes you forget how young he is. He's got a real athleticism and maturity about him."

Fofana has impressed as part of Leicester's defensive unit this season, helping the club to a run of six successive wins and four clean sheets before the international break.

"You can tell he's going to be a top-class player," Evans added.