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Manchester United and Arsenal receive transfer blow as summer target James Maddison 'closes in on new Leicester contract' as Foxes aim to ward off interest from his suitors

Manchester United and Arsenal could be left frustrated in their pursuit of James Maddison, with Leicester closing in on tying the talented midfielder to a new contract.

Maddison is wanted by both United and Arsenal, who could battle it out to sign him in the summer transfer window.

However, as reported by The Telegraph, Maddison's representatives are in advanced negotiations over a lurcative long-term contract for the 23-year-old.

Manchester United and Arsenal could miss out on the signing of Leicester's James Maddison
Manchester United and Arsenal could miss out on the signing of Leicester's James Maddison

Since joining from Norwich in 2018 Maddison has become one of the most exciting players to watch in the Premier League and has also been capped by England at senior level.