It has come to light that Jules Kounde has been struggling with an injury issue for a number of months which now requires surgery. The Frenchman wanted to wait until after France's round of Nation League fixtures before undergoing surgery for his long-term injury. It is now revealed that the centre-back should be back for the beginning of the 2022/23 season and will undergo a minor pelvis surgery.
According to reports, Chelsea was already aware of the situation regarding Kounde's injury. The Blues have remained interested in the 23-year-old since last August and continued pursuing him into the current transfer window. Despite Thomas Tuchel's clear interest in the young France international, you have to question whether or not this is the right move.
Other options are on the table that could shake up the search for Andreas Christensen's replacement.
