Leicester City manager Claude Puel has admitted that leaving Andy King out of his squad is a tough decision.

King was a part of Leicester City's title winning squad a few seasons ago. He was on loan at Swansea for the second half of last season.

However, he was cut out from the 25-man squad for this Premier League season.

"He was a very good player for the squad - all the players like him. He gave fantastic service for this club. I have massive respect for him," Puel said to Sky Sports about King.

"But I have to take a decision, we had just 25 possibilities and we have a strong squad with a lot of players. He has continued to train with his teammates always with a good spirit and mentality.

"He is a fantastic professional and gentleman. Of course, We will try to manage this difficult situation together.

"There were some possibilities [of leaving on loan] but, at the end, he remained until this winter with us. After, we will see."