Transfer News: Ryan Bertrand in talks with Leicester City over his move.

Leicester City are on the verge of signing former Southampton defender Ryan Bertrand after holding talks.

Transfer News: Ryan Bertrand in talks with Leicester City over his move.

The 31-year-old left back is a free agent after his contract with the Saints expired earlier this month.

Bertrand played on both flanks last season and is considered a versatile option for Foxes manager Brendan Rodgers, who already has a close relationship with the player from their time together at Chelsea.

The England player made 240 appearances for Southampton and scored 8 goals for the club and added 20 assists to his tally. He joined the Saints in the year 2014 on loan from Aston Villa before fully signing his permanent contract of four and half years on 2 February, 2015 with undisclosed fee.