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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jacob Steinberg

Leicester City reject Newcastle’s £40m bid for James Maddison

James Maddison
James Maddison during Leicester City’s pre-season friendly against Hull City. Photograph: George Wood/Getty Images

Leicester City have rejected a £40m bid for James Maddison from Newcastle United.

Eddie Howe has identified Maddison as a key target this summer and Newcastle are weighing up whether to test Leicester’s resolve by making an improved bid for the attacking midfielder.

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