Youri Tielemans has returned to Leicester to start his pre-season training. The Belgian has been strongly linked with a move to Arsenal this summer but he it looks as though he won't attempt to force a transfer to the Emirates.
As per our colleagues at Leicestershire Live, Tielemans was back at Seagrave on Monday morning for his first day of testing following his summer break.
The 24-year-old has been the subject of interest from both the Gunners and Manchester United in this transfer window, although reports have strongly suggested that he prefers a switch to north London.
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As he has just one-year left on his current contract, Leicester are in a tricky predicament. If they fail to sell him this time around, they're likely to see him leave for free next summer.
Leicester first opened discussions with Tielemans and his representatives early last year, but the midfielder has been reluctant to sign a new deal. Publicly, he has not ruled out an exit, nor a prolonged stay in the midlands, but it's thought that he's ready for a change of scenery.
It's not uncommon to see players try to secure a move away from their current club by refusing to train, particularly at the start of pre-season. Tielemans is remaining professional though, which suggests he's happy to run down his contract at the King Power.
Gabriel Jesus, Matt Turner, Marquinhos and Fabio Vieira have all signed for Arsenal already this summer as Mikel Arteta prepares for the return of European football. However, central midfield remains a priority area, and a new arrival could come in before the new season begins.
Some fans will be hoping that is indeed Tielemans but there's still a long way to go with this one.
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