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Whelan backs Leicester to sign Celtic ace Kristoffer Ajer

Celtic defender Kristoffer Ajer has been linked with a move away from the club this summer.

Noel Whelan believes that Leicester City would be in pole position to sign the defender if he leaves.

Brendan Rodgers’ connections at Celtic could help the Foxes seal the deal. Also, Ajer has worked with Rodgers before and the player might be keen on a reunion as well.

It will be interesting to see where the 22-year-old ends up this summer.

Speaking to Football Insider, Whelan said: “Brendan Rodgers knows him and has worked with him before.