Leicester City 'make James McCarthy enquiry'

Leicester City have reportedly made an enquiry for Everton midfielder James McCarthy, and the Foxes learned that they will have to pay £25m in order to sign the Republic of Ireland international this summer.

McCarthy, 26, missed the majority of last season with a hamstring problem, but is expected to be fit for the start of the new campaign.

According to the Daily Mail, Leicester boss Craig Shakespeare is a big admirer of the midfielder, but is baulking at Everton's asking price.

Newcastle United, West Bromwich Albion and Crystal Palace have previously been linked with a move for McCarthy, who has earned 41 caps for his country.

The midfielder joined Everton from Wigan Athletic in 2013 after four years at the DW Stadium.