Chelsea face a major defensive rebuild this summer with Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen set to leave when their contracts expire in June. There is also uncertainty surrounding the future of club captain Cesar Azpilicueta; who has been linked with a move to Spanish giants Barcelona.
As a result of the impending departures the Blues have been linked with a number of defenders, including RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol. The Croatian centre-back is left-footed and experienced at playing on the left-side of a three man defence; making him the ideal replacement for Rudiger.
The 20-year-old has established himself as one of Europe’s most promising young defenders over the last two seasons. Impressing at former club Dinamo Zagreb before sealing a move to the Red Bull Arena last summer.
