Leicester City are favourites for released Aston Villa winger Marc Albrighton.

The Leicester Mercury says it looks as though City are in pole position to sign the 24-year-old.

Sources close to the player refused to confirm City's interest, but did say there was a lot of interest in Albrighton from Premier League clubs.

However, it is believed the England Under-21 international has plumped for City.

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