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Leicester City and Crystal Palace 'in the race' to sign free agent former Leeds United target

Leicester City and Crystal Palace are reportedly in the race to sign former Barnsley winger Ryan Kent, who has previously been eyed by Leeds United.

However, it appears the wideman could get a chance to shine in the Premier League. According to Fichajes, Palace and Leicester are interested in adding him to their ranks.

Liverpool loaned Ryan Kent to Barnsley for the duration of the 2016/17 campaign.Liverpool loaned Ryan Kent to Barnsley for the duration of the 2016/17 campaign.

Liverpool loaned Ryan Kent to Barnsley for the duration of the 2016/17 campaign. | Tony Johnson

Ipswich Town are also thought to be keen on Kent, who ended a four-year association with Rangers to join Fenerbahce in 2023. Having been a bit-part player in Turkey, Kent is reportedly keen to find regular first-team football at his next club.

Kent last plied his trade in Yorkshire during the 2016/17 season, when he was loaned to Barnsley by Premier League giants Liverpool.

He amassed 47 appearances for the Tykes, scoring three goals and registering three assists.

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