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Chelsea make approach to sign Wesley Fofana after Antonio Rudiger contract blow

Chelsea make approach to sign Wesley Fofana after Antonio Rudiger contract blow

Premier League
Chelsea have made a move for Wesley Fofana after suffering a setback in their attempts to tie down Antonio Rudiger, according to reports. The Blues are desperate to convince the German star to sign a new deal, with Rudiger now in the final few months of his current contract. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Rudiger has evolved into a vital player and one of the best defenders in the Premier League under the guidance of Thomas Tuchel. Kepa opens up on Chelsea struggles since Edouard Mendy’s arrival The three Arsenal players who stepped up to join leadership group Zinedine Zidane changes stance on replacing Solskjaer at Man Utd But he has offered no guarantees over agreeing to a new contract at the club, leaving Chelsea to start drawing up conting...
Brendan Rodgers’ stance on replacing Solskjaer at Man Utd

Brendan Rodgers’ stance on replacing Solskjaer at Man Utd

Premier League
Brendan Rodgers will not entertain the idea of leaving Leicester mid-season to replace Ole Gunnar Solskjaer should the Manchester United boss be sacked. Solskjaer’s time at the club remains under huge scrutiny after their 2-0 defeat at home to rivals Manchester City last time out. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Red Devils currently sit sixth in the Premier League table, nine points behind leaders Chelsea, with sections of the fanbase calling for Solskjaer to be sacked. Kevin De Bruyne reveals Man City trained only for 10 minutes before beating Man Utd Chelsea legend Petr Cech makes Premier League title prediction Casemiro reveals where he ranks among best defensive midfielders amid Kante comparison United look set to stick with the former ...
Man Utd confident of landing Brendan Rodgers as Solskjaer replacement as contract clause emerges

Man Utd confident of landing Brendan Rodgers as Solskjaer replacement as contract clause emerges

Premier League
Manchester United’s board are confident they will be able to lure Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers to Old Trafford when they decide to sack Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, according to reports. United have endured a tough start to the new season and are already nine points adrift of Premier League leaders Chelsea after losing four of their first 11 matches of the campaign. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Pressure is currently mounting on Solskjaer as a result, though for now the club’s hierarchy are still backing the Norwegian manager to turn things around. Solskjaer waiting to be sacked after leaving Man Utd amid crisis Pogba makes Ronaldo demand in contract talks with Man Utd Xavi implements 10 strict rules at Barcelona – just like Lampard did at Ch...
Brendan Rodgers reveals how Leicester kept Cristiano Ronaldo quiet in win over Man Utd

Brendan Rodgers reveals how Leicester kept Cristiano Ronaldo quiet in win over Man Utd

Premier League
Leicester manager Brendan Rodgers has praised his players for refusing to get caught up in the hype surrounding Cristiano Ronaldo during their win over Manchester United, with the opposition boasting ‘huge talent’ on the pitch. Mason Greenwood broke the deadlock with a sweet long-range strike but Youri Tielemans soon equalised and United were well beaten in the final 20 minutes at the King Power Stadium, with Soyuncu, Jamie Vardy and Patson Daka all getting on the scoresheet. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Marcus Rashford scored on his return to give United a glimmer of hope in the 82nd minute but Leicester were firm to consign Solskjaer's side to a fourth defeat in eight matches. Man Utd stars questioning Jadon Sancho transfer amid poor form Paul P...
Wesley Fofana gives update on horrific injury after Leicester’s victory over Villarreal

Wesley Fofana gives update on horrific injury after Leicester’s victory over Villarreal

Premier League
Leicester are set to be without Wesley Fofana for a long period after the player confirmed he sustained a fibula fracture in their 3-2 victory over Villarreal on Wednesday. Fofana went down and appeared in discomfort after a reckless challenge from Villarreal star Fer Nino in the 58th minute of the friendly match, while Leicester held a three-goal advantage. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The 20-year-old had to be given oxygen and received lengthy treatment before he was stretchered off at the King Power Stadium. Thomas Tuchel speaks out on rumours Romelu Lukaku will rejoin Chelsea Why Romelu Lukaku is ready to leave Inter Milan & seal Chelsea return Houssem Aouar ‘stunned’ by Arsenal’s move for James Maddison The Foxes managed to hold on ...
Leicester’s Wesley Fofana speaks out after he’s pictured wearing Arsenal shirt

Leicester’s Wesley Fofana speaks out after he’s pictured wearing Arsenal shirt

Premier League
Wesley Fofana has apologised to Leicester fans after pictures of him wearing an Arsenal jersey spread across social media. The defender capped off an outstanding debut campaign in England by helping the Foxes win the FA Cup last month and his superb display have made him a target for Manchester United, with Solskjaer on the hunt for a central defender. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); But it was Arsenal supporters who started to get excited about a move for Fofana after photographs of him posing in Arsenal's 2020/21 home kit began doing the rounds on Saturday. But, Fofana wasted little time in playing down the significance of the pictures as he took to Twitter to explain he was ‘tricked’ into wearing the shirt by ‘former friends’ while he was on holiday in...
Brendan Rodgers singles out ‘incredible’ Chelsea player after Leicester defeat

Brendan Rodgers singles out ‘incredible’ Chelsea player after Leicester defeat

Premier League
Brendan Rodgers has singled out Mason Mount for special praise after Leicester City’s 2-1 defeat to Chelsea on Tuesday evening. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The Foxes, who beat the blues in the FA Cup final at Wembley last week Saturday, suffered a huge blow in their hopes to secure a top-four finish in the Premier League after they lost to Tuchel's side. Antonio Rudiger and Jorginho had given Chelsea a two-goal lead in the second half before Kelechi Iheanacho pulled a goal back for Leicester. Rodgers, meanwhile, was keen to pay tribute to Mount’s outstanding campaign for Chelsea after Leicester’s defeat at Stamford Bridge and said the player is ‘an incredible footballer’. ‘We’re coming up against a team who are in the Champions League final,’ sai...
John Terry warns Chelsea about ‘underrated’ Leicester star ahead of FA Cup final

John Terry warns Chelsea about ‘underrated’ Leicester star ahead of FA Cup final

Premier League
Chelsea will be aware of Leicester’s attacking threat ahead of the FA Cup final but John Terry says they also possess the Premier League’s most ‘underrated’ player in defence. Chelsea have the opportunity to secure their first trophy of the campaign on Saturday as they face Brendan Rodgers’ side in the FA Cup final at Wembley. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); The game is set up to be a fascinating tactical battle as both managers have favoured a three-man defence this campaign. Wesley Fofana has made an instant impact in defence for Leicester after his £36.5m move from Saint-Etienne last October, while Soyuncu has been solid since overcoming his injury troubles earlier this campaign. But Terry has identified Jonny Evans as Leicester’s main man in defenc...
Chelsea set to finally sign Ben Chilwell from Leicester in a £50m deal

Chelsea set to finally sign Ben Chilwell from Leicester in a £50m deal

Transfer Info, Premier League
Chelsea are close to completing a £50m deal for Ben Chilwell with the Leicester City star having already undergone medical checks, according to reports. Frank Lampard has been desperate to sign a new left-back to reinforce his defence, with Chilwell his long-time top target. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, the player missed the last five Premier League games of the campaign with a knee injury, with Leicester City missing out on a top four place. According to The Athletic, the blues are now close to agreeing a £50m deal for Chilwell with the club resigned to losing him. Leicester have not given serious consideration to options for the position, with Lampard always adamant that Chilwell was his number one priority. The deal is advanced as Chi...
Chelsea close in on Ben Chilwell transfer after breakthrough in talks

Chelsea close in on Ben Chilwell transfer after breakthrough in talks

Premier League, Transfer Info
Chelsea have now made a breakthrough in talks with Leicester City over the signing of Ben Chilwell and are closing in on a deal to bring him to Stamford Bridge. The 23-year-old is one of Frank Lampard’s top summer targets after becoming an established player in the Premier League with Leicester City who finished fifth on the table last season. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Leicester value Chilwell around £80million – the same fee they were paid by Manchester United for Harry Maguire – and the fee is expected to be a record for a left-back in the world. Lucas Hernadez currently has the record after signing for Bayern Munich in a £68 million move from Atletico Madrid in 2019. And Manchester City’s full-back Benjamin Mendy holds the Premier League rec...
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