Leicester City midfielder Youri Tielemans has admitted he is keen to play Champions League football, amid speculation linking him with a move to Tottenham Hotspur and other Premier League clubs.
Tielemans has blossomed into one of the most consistent midfielders in the Premier League since his move from Monaco in 2019.
However, his form has dipped this campaign, which is proving to be a difficult one for Brendan Rodgers’ men, who are languishing in 10th place in the table.
90 min revealed last month that Tielemans has decided he will not be extending his current contract at the King Power Stadium which runs out in 2023.
The Belgian international is reported to be on Tottenham’s radar ahead of the summer transfer window (Don Balon) but the Lilywhites could face a lot of competition for the 24-year-old, with Arsenal and Manchester United are also thought to be keen on his signature (The Sun).
Tielemans has now hinted that he could leave Leicester at the end of the current campaign.
The midfielder told Belgian outlet Het Laatste Nieuws: “I don’t worry about it [speculation]. I want to get the most out of myself this season and finish as high as possible with the team.”
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“Of course, I want to play in the Champions League, just like any footballer.
“Am I ready for a European top club? I’m ready to get the best out of my career. We’ll see what happens next summer, or the summer after that.”
Spurs Web Opinion
Tielemans’ performances this season have left a lot to be desired and so, I am not as excited about the prospect of Spurs signing the Belgian as I would have been 12 months ago.
However, having said that, he could be a decent squad player, particularly if Harry Winks leaves in the summer. We might need to finish in the top four to attract the 24-year-old given his Champions League ambitions.
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