Leicester have had a bid of about £20m for Norwich attacking midfielder James Maddison accepted, according to BBC Sport.
The 21-year-old playmaker, who scored 15 goals in 49 games last season, is likely to have a medical at some point this week.
Maddison update. Understand #lcfc have now agreed a fee of £25m with Norwich after instalments etc. Medical expected in next few days #ncfc #otbc
— John Percy (@JPercyTelegraph) June 17, 2018
It is understood there have been detailed discussions between the two clubs about the structure of a deal for the former Coventry youth product, Norwich have been willing to cash in on their most valuable player.
His future has been the subject of intense debate since the Championship season ended last month.
And the promising playmaker has been scouted by top-four clubs Tottenham, Liverpool and Manchester City since his time at the Sky Blues.
Maddison’s arrival is another piece in the jigsaw for Claude Puel, who has been looking for a natural number ten to play between his holding midfielders and striker Jamie Vardy.
Here is how Norwich City fans have reacted to the news of his imminent departure:
Gutted that Madders is off and we have finally completed our transition back to a bang-average Championship team. Unless of course we reinvest and actually make some decent signings…😂 #ncfc
— Alex (@alex_sutton85) June 18, 2018
So sad to see @Madders10 leave but he’s destined for greatness, hope Norwich put in a sell on as this lads going all the way to the top good luck James #NCFC #LCFC
— e.🇺🇦 (@goody1shoe) June 18, 2018
https://twitter.com/Keels811/status/1008674119003623424
Great move for him, both #NCFC and @Coventry_City are gonna get serious money out of it, facts are he’s too good to be playing for a Mid table Championship team and that’s sadly where #Ncfc are at the minute, let’s hope some of the money is invested back into the team https://t.co/euUprKoGEA
— Darren Huckerby (@hucks6dh6) June 18, 2018
This is a great point and a genuine reason to feel a tad fearful for the future. Those assists and goals need replacing. If they aren't, then we'll be fucked next season. #ncfc https://t.co/vpcSodUIg6
— Rug 🐥🏎🏁 (@TheRug85) June 18, 2018
