Leicester City are keen on awarding club captain Wes Morgan with a brand new contract, according to reports from ESPN.

Morgan has been a vital component of the Leicester side which has been so successful this season and his experience will surely prove to be crucial in the Foxes' chances of winning the Premier League title.

Claudio Ranieri is keen on rewarding Morgan for his fine performances and according to reports, the Premier League leaders are planning to offer their skipper a brand new and improved deal at the end of the season.

Central defender Morgan, 32, has been with the East Midlands club since joining from Nottingham Forest in 2012 and has racked up more than 180 appearances for the Foxes.