Jamie Vardy’s rejection of Arsenal earlier this summer has set something of a precedent at Leicester.
Of course, N’Golo Kante chose not to follow in his footsteps, quitting the Premier League champions to move to Chelsea, but Foxes fans will be hoping that at least Riyad Mahrez follows his example.
The PFA Player of the Year has been linked with Arsenal, with confusion surrounding the player’s own feelings on making the switch to the Emirates.
Now, Leicester team-mate Demarai Gray has given some insight into the Algerian’s feelings, insisting Mahrez is “not bothered” by the speculation, as reported in the Independent.
The playmaker is right not to pin his hopes on a move, particularly as agent Kamel Bengougam has it that Arsenal haven’t even made an offer yet.
Manager Claudio Ranieri also insists that the 25-year-old is happy to remain at the King Power, and as August approaches, it does seem possible that he will stay after all.
Leicester are looking forward to a first ever Champions League campaign, so they will need as many of their stars to stay if they are to prove themselves at the very highest level.
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