Guy Demel wanted by Leicester City as West Ham ponder defender's future

Newly-promoted Foxes keen on move for Ivory Coast international

Hammers considering letting Demel leave on a free transfer

West Ham closing on the signing of Ecuador star Enner Valencia



Leicester City are keen to sign West Ham defender Guy Demel.



The former Ivory Coast international featured 33 times for the Hammers last season, but may be allowed to leave on a free.

Wanted: Guy Demel is a target for newly-promoted Leicester City

Premier League experience: Demel featured 33 times for the Hammers last season

Nigel Pearson is busy bolstering his Foxes squad following promotion from the Championship an is lining up a move for the 33-year-old, who has also played for Borussia Dortmund and Hamburg.



Meanwhile, West Ham are continuing talks with Pachuca about an £11million fee for striker Enner Valencia.

The 24-year-old scored twice in three games at the World Cup for Ecuador and is close to a move to Upton Park.