Arsenal, Leicester City to battle for Ryan Bertrand

Leicester City and Arsenal could reportedly slug it out over the summer for Southampton full-back Ryan Bertrand, according to a report

The Gunners are facing competition from the Foxes in the race to sign the 31-year-old defender in the summer transfer window.

talkSPORT is reporting that Brendan Rodgers’ side have joined the battle for Bertrand’s signature as the full-back prepares to leave St Mary’s Stadium at the end of the season.

The report adds, the Saints have confirmed that the England international will leave the south coast club at the end of the campaign following a breakdown in talks over a new contract.

The Englishman is attracting a lot of interest given that the full-back will be available to sign without a transfer fee.

Bertrand has made one assist in 29 Premier League appearances this term.