After a move for Jules Kounde failed, Chelsea are reportedly turning their attention to Leicester City's Wesley Fofana as Thomas Tuchel's search for a defender continues.
An underwhelming start to pre-season prompted Tuchel to seemingly confirm his intention to continue rebuilding his side for next season. With Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen having departed this summer, the Blues signed Napoli defender Kalidou Koulibaly as a replacement, though with Cesar Azpilicueta also tipped to leave, more depth is needed in defence.
Tuchel's priority signing was Sevilla defender Kounde, who's been on the Blues' radar since last summer, but despite Chelsea's best efforts, the French international has moved to Barcelona. Now, football.london understands that Chelsea are interested in Leicester City's Fofana, with the young French defender valued at around £70 million.
