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Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers tips Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall to break into the England squad and confirms the midfielder is in talks over a new contract following his form this season

Brendan Rodgers tipped Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall for an international future after confirming the Leicester midfielder was in talks over an improved contract.

MailOnline revealed on Wednesday that Dewsbury-Hall, a revelation for the Foxes this term, was discussing a new deal with the club and ahead of Thursday's Europa Conference League clash at Rennes, Rodgers backed the 23-year-old for England selection if he maintains current form.

‘He’s just broken into the Leicester team and he’s looking to establish himself as a Premier League player,’ said Rodgers, whose side are aiming to reach the quarter-finals after winning last week’s first leg 2-0.