Brendan Rodgers: Leicester star’s transfer dismissed, new deal expected
Brendan Rodgers claims talk of Youri Tielemans leaving is mere speculation. Meanwhile, he says Jonny Evans should sign a new contract with Leicester City.
Since losing at home to Fulham, Leicester City have won three consecutive matches in the Premier League and Europa League. AEK Athens and most recently Brighton & Hove Albion were beaten at King Power Stadium.
In addition to the desperately struggling Sheffield United succumbing to a last minute Jamie Vardy winner at Bramall Lane. Athens’ loss also propelled the English team to the initial UEL knockout round.
During the last week, there were also a couple of very important updates from Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers that you may or may not have missed.
Interesting news from Leicester City boss
First of all, Rodgers was asked about the supposed interest in midfielder star Youri Tielemans, which arose from the Belgian’s ‘adviser’ Peter Smeets. Smeets implied that many top clubs are monitoring his client; as well as alluding Tielemans would be open to a switch.
In response, the Former-Celtic gaffer who is currently in charge on Filbert Way suggested that representatives saying these things is typical as the January transfer window looms.
"“You see that with stories around this time, the agents are just starting to warm up now and get a few stories out.”– Brendan Rodgers, via Sky Sports"
Secondly, Jonny Evans is set to renew his deal with
. Yes, we’ve been talking about that one for months now so there must have been an issue with wages or something. But, thankfully, the Northern Ireland international is ‘close’ to signing a new contract with the Foxes, according to his fellow countryman.
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Everton visit Leicestershire for the east Midlands side’s next EPL clash. In the Merseysiders’ previous outing, they beat disappointing title hopefuls Chelsea 1-0 at Goodison Park. While Leicester have seemingly found their feet again at their ground, so will be looking to solidify a top four top-flight place further by defeating the Toffees.