Revealed: How much Leicester want for James Maddison after rejecting bid from Newcastle

On Friday, Newcastle United saw their opening offer for James Maddison rejected by Leicester City.

The Foxes are in a difficult situation right now as they are the only Premier League club yet to make a new signing.

Brendan Rodgers’ side need to move players on before bringing in new ones and, at the moment, their business is at a standstill.

Leicester set Maddison asking price

Leicester City v Legia Warszawa: Group C – UEFA Europa League ROME, ITALY – NOVEMBER 25: James Maddison of Leicester City celebrates with teammate Patson Daka after scoring their side’s second goal during the UEFA Europa League group C match between Leicester City and Legia Warszawa at The King Power Stadium on November 25, 2021 in Leicester, England. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

Newcastle’s rejected offer for Maddison was £40 million, according to Sky Sports.

The Foxes are understood to value the midfielder at closer to £60 million.

The Tyneside club are now considering whether or not to make an improved bid.

Brendan Rodgers is determined to keep Maddison who finished last season very strongly.

He managed seven goal contributions in his final four Premier League matches.

Unstoppable from James Maddison! 💫

An exquisite free-kick from the Leicester City star put this tie well beyond doubt.#UECL pic.twitter.com/bTg1lBh3Ig

— Football on BT Sport (@btsportfootball) February 24, 2022

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