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Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been linked with a move away from the club this month.
According to a report from the French publication teamMonaco are keen to secure the services of the Nigerian international and it will be interesting to see if they can secure a deal for the 28-year-old.
The player would not be against a move to the French club in the remaining days of the window, and it remains to be seen if the two clubs are able to reach an agreement. Ndidi has been linked with an exit in recent months. Former midfielder He offered himself to foreign clubs also.
Monaco are yet to follow up on their interest with a formal bid for the player. It remains to be seen how the situation develops. They are hoping to sign the player on loan with an option to buy.
Can Leicester let Ndidi leave?
Leicester have been disappointing this season and they will be desperate to secure safety in the Premier League. Ndidi could be a useful player for them in the remaining months of the season, and losing him on loan may not be a wise decision.
Although he has not been a key player for the club this season, he could be a worthwhile option for them.
It remains to be seen whether Leicester decide on the penalty for his departure before the January window closes. They may need to bring in a quality defensive midfielder before letting the player leave.
Meanwhile, a move to France could be an exciting opportunity for Ndidi and would be an interesting challenge for him at this stage of his career. The player would likely be open to a move and it will be interesting to see how the situation unfolds.
He needs a fresh start now, and Monaco could be the perfect destination for him.