Chelsea are closing in on a deal to sign Monaco centre-back Benoit Badiashile. The move will see the 23-year-old take up a new post at the club. He will be tasked with helping to keep the Blues’ title challenge on track, while also bolstering the strength of their midfield.
Chelsea close to signing Monaco centre-back Benoit Badiashile
Chelsea are in talks to sign French international centre-back Benoit Badiashile from Monaco in a 35m deal. The 21-year-old has impressed for the Ligue 1 side this season and would strengthen the Blues’ defence.
The French centre-back is known for his ‘aggressive’ style and would fit in perfectly with the team’s tactical flexibility. He has also been impressive with his ball skills, regularly stealing the ball from opponents.
While Chelsea have a number of targets for the defender position, Badiashile is considered their top candidate. His versatility means he can play in the left or right wing of a three-man or four-man defence.
Having rejected a big bid for RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol last summer, Chelsea have turned their attention to another French defender, Benoit Badiashile. It’s believed he could be ready to move to West London in the coming weeks.
Chelsea want to sign a young centre-back with the ability to play on the left side of a back-three
A new centre-back is a big need for Chelsea in the summer. They are also seeking a new goalkeeper. And, of course, they want to sign some fresh attacking talent.
One of the key players they are looking for is a left-footed defender. Chelsea have been linked with David Datro Fofana, who has made a breakthrough for Ivory Coast at the King Power Stadium. However, he is unlikely to make a big impact in the first team.
Another potential signing is RB Leipzig’s Josko Gvardiol. He is a defender who is capable of playing in a back-three system.
Several options are available, including Pau Torres, who has played in a back-three and has excellent ball-carrying abilities. Other options include Malang Sarr and Benoit Badiashile.
Benjamin Pavard has also been linked with a move to Chelsea. He is a strong defender who is comfortable playing on the right or the left, and he has experience in the role.
Blues have already agreed a deal to sign David Datro Fofana from Molde
Chelsea are close to signing Monaco centre-back Benoit Badiashile in a deal estimated to be worth around PS30-35 million. The 21-year-old French international is expected to join the Blues in the coming weeks.
He has been a target for Chelsea for years and a move would boost their ranks. His ability to play at the left of a back three is something that Chelsea need. It is also believed that he could be a long term partner for Wesley Fofana.
Badiashile’s price is rising after a successful World Cup campaign. Chelsea have shown interest in a number of up and coming defenders in Europe. However, the young centre-back is seen as a priority.
Badiashile is the main candidate to sign at Stamford Bridge. It is a hefty fee, but one that would be world record for a defender.
Blues are sweating over the fitness of Wesley Fofana
Wesley Fofana has joined Chelsea on a seven-year deal, but it may be some time before he gets his chance to shine. His injury troubles have tainted his first four appearances for the club.
He has been out of action since October with a knee injury. After an impressive debut against AC Milan, he hobbled off during the team’s Champions League win.
As a result, he is not expected to play before the end of the season. Meanwhile, the Blues are still without full back Reece James.
In the meantime, Fofana has been training with the under-23s to get himself fit for the game. It seems likely that he will make a comeback in three or four weeks.
He has been out of action with a knee injury for a while, but that is not the only issue. There are also doubts over whether the former Leicester defender will be able to play at Aston Villa on Sunday.
Blues are bidding to steal a march on their rivals
With the January transfer window fast approaching, Chelsea are making a big push to sign a new centre-back. They have been linked to a number of top young players from across Europe, including Piero Hincapie from Bayern Leverkusen, Evan N’Dika from Eintracht Frankfurt and Vitor Roque from Athletico Paranaense.
Monaco’s left-sided defender Benoit Badiashile has emerged as one of the top candidates. He is a highly rated French international who has played over 130 senior appearances for the Monaco team.
He is thought to be a good passer of the ball, and he is a strong defender in one-on-one situations. According to multiple sources, Chelsea are closing in on a deal with the Ligue 1 side for the 21-year-old.
After a summer of heavy spending, Chelsea have spent close to PS300 million. The club signed Marc Cucurella from Wolfsburg for over PS100million, Wesley Fofana from Leicester City for around EUR86 million and Kalidou Koulibaly from Napoli for EUR40 million.
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