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The Foxes are resigned to losing the England midfielder following their relegation to the Championship.
Despite Leicester’s poor for last season, Maddison still managed to score ten goals and provide nine assists.
Newcastle made a move for Maddison in January but Leicester refused to listen to offers, as they felt the midfielder could help the Foxes secure their Premier League future.
Leicester’s relegation has weakened their negotiating position and Maddison has just 12 months to run on his deal.
Despite that, the Foxes still value Maddison at £50m and SkySports say Newcastle are now winning the race to land him.
That’s despite the fact that Spurs were said to be leading the battle to sign Maddison.
Ange Postecoglou was appointed Tottenham boss last week and work is already underway for the Australian to strengthen his squad.
However, Newcastle can offer Champions League football and Eddie Howe wants to add more creativity to his midfield.
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