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Leicester have £7M McArthur bid accepted by Wigan

Leicester City are set to win the race for Wigan Athletic midfielder James McArthur.

The Daily Mail says Leicester have had a £7million bid accepted for McArthur.

Manager Nigel Pearson is hopeful of persuading McArthur to join after being given permission to speak to the 26-year-old with their offer forcing rivals Burnley out of the picture.

Crystal Palace also had an interest.

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