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The problem for top teams is that they look for the finished article, not players getting there. So scouts from Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester City wouldn't have recommended the likes of Mahrez or Vardy since they didn't have an exceptional season, also only top leagues are looked at. So a Ligue 2 player and a Championship player aren't ever in their sights.

Leicester seeking out gems from unexplored areas is what gave them these bargain signings. They wouldn't have been able to sign these players if they had to go toe to toe with big clubs.