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WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. -- Drew Brees age might be a sticking point in his contract negotiations with the New Orleans Saints. But the 37-year-old quarterback insisted Thursday that he can keep playing at a high level into his 40s, without question.I dont see any reason why I cant play at the highest level for the next five years. Minimum, Brees said.Listen, Im not na?ve and Im not looking five years from now. Im really looking at each and every year understanding I gotta prove it. I gotta prove that Im the best guy to lead this team. But, yeah, Brees said. I mean, it doesnt get any easier. But I feel like with my training regimen and with the people I have around me and the things that were doing to put myself in the best position to succeed ... I dont see any reason why I cant do this beyond five years from now.I want to step away from this game when Im ready to step away from this game. Not because somebody tells me I cant play or because my level of play has fallen off. I have a goal in mind, (but) Im gonna keep that to myself.Brees wasnt directly talking about his next contract extension when he made those comments. The two topics, however, are related because he is heading into the final year of his current deal -- and the amount of guaranteed money in his next contract could be one of the greatest sticking points.Brees and Saints general manager Mickey Loomis both acknowledged this week that talks havent progressed in months. Brees reiterated Thursday that he wont discuss his contract during the regular season, so, if theres a time to do it, certainly now would be the time.When asked if he feels like this should be easier, based on his years of service and relationship with the organization, Brees said, Uh, I would hope so and laughed.But I also know sometimes these things take time, said Brees, who stressed, Just to clarify, nothing is adversarial. Ive got a great relationship with Mickey Loomis and have for my entire time here. And this is just that part of the business, lets call it.Brees also insisted it wont be a distraction -- especially now that the Saints are back on the practice field, having completed their first training camp practice on Thursday.Honestly, thats really the last thing on my mind, Brees said. Im all about football, Im all about getting myself and this team ready to have a great season. And I think that will take care of itself when the time comes. But as for now, Im just focused on training camp.Brees said he also doesnt believe it will be a distraction for any of his teammates.Only if you guys make it a big deal, Brees told the media with another big laugh. I think we all have enough on our mind and on our plate right now in regards to making this team and filling a role and just watching this whole thing come together right now. I think everybodys excited about that.When you get to camp, you shouldnt be worried about a contract situation. You should be worried about football and, How do I get the best out of myself and the team?Naturally, all of Brees teammates who were asked if they pay any attention to his contract talks said no on Thursday. Veteran right tackle Zach Strief insisted theyre not lying -- both because they have other things to worry about and because theyre confident in Brees ability to compartmentalize.Look, hes a highly competitive and highly professional guy that is way more worried about the fact he threw an interception in seven-on-seven than he is about a contract right now, Strief said. And thats just how Drew is. Like, to a fault, hes like focused in everything. Everything he does is unbelievably focused.Hes like a weirdo. So I dont have any doubt that Drew cant put that out of his brain while were playing and practicing, and thats whats important.He knows the offense better than anybody in the building, hands down. And I would include coaches in that. 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Jamie Vardy was on target for England against Germany and the Netherlands Southampton could be one of the toughest remaining opponents for the Foxes, with the visitors having won their last two games to climb within four points of the Champions League places.However, Leicester are showing remarkable resilience under pressure, winning their last three games 1-0. Team newsJeff Schlupp is a doubt for Leicester with a knee problem. The utility player suffered the injury on international duty with Ghana and could miss out when the Saints come to the midlands.Ranieri has no other injury worries although Matty James is unlikely to feature as he continues his recovery from a serious knee injury which has kept him out for almost a year. Leicester City manager Claudio Ranieri got an unusual present at his latest news conference. Southamptons Shane Long is doubtful for the game. The striker scored from the penalty spot in the Republic of Irelands 2-2 draw against Slovakia on Tuesday before going off with a knee problem, so will be assessed after training on Saturday.Saints manager Ronald Koeman has no other injury concerns.Opta stats Leicester are five points clear of second placed Tottenham ahead of the weekend fixtures Leicester have won only one of their last eightt top-flight contests against Southampton (D4 L3).ddddddddddddSouthamptons only win away to Leicester in the Premier League came in December 2001, winning 4-0 at Filbert Street (D2 L6).The Foxes have 41 more points from 31 Premier League games this season (66) compared to last season (25). They were also bottom of the league after playing 31 in 2014/15.The last three Premier League meetings between these two sides have seen a player score a brace (Vardy in October, Riyad Mahrez last May and Long in November 2014). Ronald Koemans Southampton have lost just one of the last five Premier League away games Leicester have won 12 and lost just one of their last 18 Premier League home games (D5).The Foxes have kept six clean sheets in their last seven Premier League games at the King Power Stadium.Mahrez has scored more winning goals in the Premier League than any other player this season (7).Southampton have scored more headed goals than any other team (12) in the Premier League this season. Jamie Redknapp gives his thoughts ahead of Super Sunday Mersons predictionThis is a hard one for Leicester. In fact, I think their next three games are their hardest. People talk about their last three but if they put these three to bed they might not have to worry about the last three. Paul Merson expects Shane Long to cause Leicester some problems Southampton are a decent side, Shane Long will cause problems, and Leicester will have to attack. 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