Leicester City striker Leonardo Ulloa is attracting Chinese interest.

The Sunderland Echo says Ulloa is prepared to leave the club with interest mounting from China.

The 30-year-old – who has been linked with a January move to Sunderland – has been forced to accept a bit-part role and is desperate for more playing time.

The Foxes would like to keep their former record signing but understand if Ulloa is unhappy at the King Power Stadium they would consider selling him in January.

It is understood that there is interest in Ulloa from China which would change the dynamic of any transfer chase, with Super League clubs able to offer huge fees and wages.