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Manchester City Renew Riyad Mahrez Interest as Title Winners Look to Bolster Attacking Options

Manchester City have revived their interest in Leicester star Riyad Mahrez, as they look to bolster their dazzling attacking options even further.

City's interest in the Algerian winger broke down in January when their £65m bid was rejected, with Leicester seeking an English club record fee of £95m for the 2015/16 PFA Player of the Year.

Mahrez subsequently submitted a written transfer request and didn't turn up to Leicester training for a week, but eventually returned to the Foxes side as a substitute in their clash with City at the Etihad Stadium.

Pep Guardiola's side have been the dominant force in English football this season, clinching the Premier League title with a record equalling five games to spare.