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Southampton 'join race to sign Demarai Gray on a free transfer' after the Leicester winger was told he would NOT get a new contract this summer

Southampton are reportedly interested in signing Leicester winger Demarai Gray on a free transfer this summer.

The 24-year-old, who was part of Leicester's title winning squad in the 2015-16 season, is out of contract at the end of June and has been told by the club he will not be getting a renewal.

According to The Sun, the Saints are set to make a move for Gray, who is now able to speak to foreign clubs about a pre-contract agreement.

Demarai Gray (left) is out of contract in June and has been linked with a move to Southampton

Demarai Gray (left) is out of contract in June and has been linked with a move to Southampton

Demarai Gray (left) is out of contract in June and has been linked with a move to Southampton
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There is also interest from other Premier League teams, now that the new rules on transfers following Brexit are being enforced.