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Man United 'make contact with Leicester over Wesley Fofana' as they look to strengthen their defence but Foxes 'will demand £80m' for the talented French centre-half

Manchester United 'have made contact with Leicester City about signing Wesley Fofana' - but the impressive 20-year-old defender won't come cheap.

Fofana, a France under-21 international, has been excellent in his first season for the Foxes after joining from Saint-Etienne for £36.5million last October.

His mature performances have helped Leicester's challenge for Champions League football next season and they play Southampton in the FA Cup semi-finals on Sunday.

Wesley Fofana 'is attracting interest from Man United' after an impressing for Leicester City
The 20-year-old defender (left) has adapted effortlessly to the Premier League this season

According to French outlet Foot Mercato, Fofana's form has led to an initial approach by United, who are looking for a commanding centre-back to partner with captain Harry Maguire.