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Impending Leicester signing Benalouane left Atalanta in tears

Yohan Benalouane reveals his emotional exit from Atalanta ahead of his move to Leicester City.

Benalouane is set to make a £5.6million move to Premier League side Leicester within the next few days.

While a move to the Premier League is certainly a big opportunity for Benalouane, the defender has stated that he left Atalanta in tears due to his attachment with the Italian club.

The 28-year old told the Bergamo Post: "I couldn't say anything before everything was over. I left the training camp in tears on Friday, because I really care for everyone.

"I didn't want to leave Atalanta and would gladly have stayed, but an offer of €8m is a lot for a club like Atalanta."

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