The Blues are looking to strengthen their defensive options ahead of next season, having struggled to keep regular clean sheets in recent months. The 22-year-old Ivorian dreams of playing in England and would require guaranteed playing time at Stamford Bridge, complicating any potential deal as Chelsea already have several center-back options including Trevoh Chalobah, Wesley Fofana, Benoit Badiashile and Tosin Adarabioyo. Arsenal, Newcastle United and Crystal Palace are also reportedly interested in the defender.
Chelsea Target Diomande as Summer Transfer
Chelsea have approached representatives of Sporting CP centre-back Ousmane Diomande, who could leave the Portuguese club this summer despite having a £70 million release clause.