Leicester City are eyeing Lyon midfielder Houssem Aouar.

Foxes boss Brendan Rodgers has been eager to refresh his squad, but struggling to sell players has created a logjam.

The Northern Irishman loves working with James Maddison, but the Foxes could be forced into selling the attacking midfielder amid interest from Newcastle.

Should Maddison depart, Leicester may turn to France for his replacement.

Foot Mercato says Leicester will "prioritise" a swoop for Aouar if Maddison leaves.