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Chelsea step up chase for Reece James deputy as Todd Boehly searches for defensive solution

Chelsea have reportedly made an enquiry to sign Celtic right-back Josip Juranovic. The Blues are considering recruiting a back-up for Reece James after the wing-back suffered another injury setback.

Having spent eight weeks out of action after suffering knee ligament damage in mid-October, James returned to Graham Potter's squad for December's win over Bournemouth. His return did not go to plan as he came off injured with another knock to his knee, ruling him out for up to a month.

With the January transfer window now open, there's an opportunity for the Blues to pursue a deputy right-back in James' absence. Inter Milan's Denzel Dumfries has long attracted interest from Todd Boehly following his impressive outings in Serie A and at the World Cup for the Netherlands.

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