The central defender of West Bromwich Johnny Evans is close to the transition to Leicester.

Lester is a step away from signing the captain of West Brom, Johnny Evans, reports BBC.

"Foxes" activated clausul in the contract of a 30-year-old central defender in the amount of 3.

5 million pounds, which became active after the departure of "thrushes" from the Premier League. To complete the transfer, Leicester had to agree on the terms of the personal contract with the player.

Last season, Evans held for West Bromwich 28 matches in the Premier League, which scored two goals, gave two assists and received seven yellow cards.

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