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Claudio Ranieri makes secret phone call to striker (Liverpool will not be happy)
CLAUDIO RANIERI has called Rennes star Ousmane Dembele to convince him to join Leicester, according to reports.
Ousmane Dembele is also a target for Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool
Dembele, 18, has enjoyed a sensational breakthrough season in Ligue 1, scoring 12 goals in 24 appearances.
This has reportedly attracted the attention of a host of top European sides, including Borussia Dortmund and Liverpool.
The report goes on to say Rennes have rejected Dortmund's initial offer of just under £12m for the striker.
It is added that the French side are holding out for a much larger fee, hoping the high demand will help drive up his price.