Leicester City Keen to Sign Lazio Youngster but Another Suitor Has the Upper Hand.

Leicester City are allegedly looking to sign Lazio winger Loum Tchaouna. However, PSV Eindhoven is now dominating the fight for the Frenchman’s signature.

The Background

The 21-year-old is expected to depart the club before Monday’s transfer deadline, having failed to establish himself as a regular starter in Marco Baroni’s starting lineup since joining the Biancocelesti in the summer. Recently, he has been linked to many teams, including Bologna and PSV Eindhoven.

Leicester City Enters the Fray

According to Sports Witness, Leicester are looking to bring the former Salernitana player to King Power Stadium. According to the source, a member of the player’s entourage confirmed the Foxes’ interest in the 21-year-old, but confessed ‘it will be difficult’.

PSV closes closer on Loum Tchaouna.

Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio confirms earlier claims linking Tchaouna with a transfer to PSV. According to the Sky Sport Italia reporter, the reigning Dutch champions are close to signing a loan agreement with Lazio, with an obligation to buy set at €11 million plus bonuses.

Heading to Extra Time

The source adds that PSV is awaiting the Biancocelesti’s final reaction, which should arrive within the next several hours. Furthermore, it is worth mentioning that, while the transfer market in Italy will close on Monday night, it will stay open until Tuesday in the Netherlands, allowing the two teams extra time to complete the transaction.

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