Chelsea are very interested in signing Leicester City centre-back Wesley Fofana after missing out on Jules Kounde. The 21-year-old has been on the Blues' radar for some time now and he could be the next defender the club turn their attention to this summer.
A source told football.london on Wednesday that Chelsea are set to open talks with Fofana and his representatives – perhaps as early as Wednesday – over a move to Stamford Bridge. The Frenchman, though, signed a new long-term contract at Leicester back in March, meaning his deal at the King Power Stadium runs until 2027.
This puts the Foxes in a very strong bargaining position. Chelsea, however, believe Fofana can become a world-class talent one day and are testing the waters over a move.
