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Leicester City Striker Islam Slimani Could Be Set to Leave Club This Week

Leicester City's Algerian striker Islam Slimani, who spent the second half of last season on loan at Newcastle, is reportedly wanted by former club Sporting CP, who want a deal done this week for the player.

The 30-year-old forward is reportedly expected to leave the King Power Stadium this summer after failing to impress during his £30m move to England.

Portuguese media, quoted by the Leicester Mercury, have claimed that Sporting are looking to bring Slimani back to Portugal, where he found impressive form previously, though the club are not in a financial position to be able to offer a big fee for the player.