Leicester City defender Ritchie De Laet joins Middlesbrough on loan

Leicester City defender Ritchie De Laet has sealed a loan move to Middlesbrough.

The 27-year-old, who has made over 120 appearances for the Foxes since his move from Manchester United in 2012, will stay at Boro until the end of the season.

The Belgian has had numerous spells on loan during his time in England, playing at Wrexham, Sheffield United, Preston North End, Portsmouth and Norwich City.

De Laet, who has been capped twice at international level, will help Boro in their charge for the Championship crown as they currently sit second in the table.