Newcastle United are leading the race for wantaway Leicester City midfielder James Maddison.

The England international is ready to leave the Foxes this summer following their relegation.

Maddison has been interesting Tottenham, where new manager Ange Postecoglou has backed the move, says the London Evening Standard.

However, they've fallen behind Newcastle, which can offer Maddison Champions League football next season.

Leicester are seeking to sell Maddison at a starting price of £45m.