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Leicester in talks for Dinamo Zagreb defender Filip Benkovic

Leicester City are in talks for Dinamo Zagreb defender Filip Benkovic.

The Daily Mail says Leicester are in talks over a £13million deal for 21-year-old Dinamo Zagreb defender Benkovic.

The 6ft 4ins centre-back has been capped at U21 level by Croatia.

Benkovic has been followed by a number of high profile clubs including Chelsea and Borussia Dortmund and is considered one of Croatia's brightest prospects.

The youngster has also major interest from Serie A.

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