Claudio Ranieri does not believe Monday night's meeting with Newcastle United will be a simple task for Premier League leaders Leicester City.

The Foxes host the struggling Magpies at King Power Stadium as they continue their charge towards an unlikely league title but Ranieri is not pencilling in any points against Steve McClaren's men who currently occupy 19th position on the table.

"Now we are not thinking about how many points, we are thinking about Newcastle. It's a difficult match, they are in a dangerous position," he said.

"I can't believe why, they spent more than £100m and I think it will be another difficult match.

"They are fighting to survive. I am very surprised they are struggling, they have a good manager, good players and fantastic fans."