James Maddison: Norwich accept Leicester bid of about £20m

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James Maddison played 49 games for Norwich last season

Leicester have had a bid of about £20m for Norwich attacking midfielder James Maddison accepted.

The 21-year-old, who scored 15 goals in 49 games last season, has also passed his medical.

It is understood there have been detailed discussions between the two clubs about the structure of a deal for the former Coventry player.

His future has been the subject of intense debate since the Championship season ended last month.

Leicester have been active in the transfer market already this summer - signing Northern Ireland defender Jonny Evans and Portugal right-back Ricardo Pereira.

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