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„Chelsea“ are looking to strengthen their defense in the transfer market. The „Blues“ continue to try to acquire talented defender Wesley Fofana from „Leicester City“, but in case they fail to secure the French player, they have a backup plan. „Daily Mail“ journalist Sami Mokbel reports that „Chelsea“ are interested in the services of „Manchester United“ center-back Harry Maguire. Lately, Chelsea's forward Christian Pulisic has been linked with a move to Manchester, so a possible scenario would involve an exchange of these players, according to S. Mokbel. New „Manchester United“ manager Erik ten Hag has not been impressed by Harry Maguire so far. As reported by the English press, the center-back is likely to be left on the bench for Monday's match against „Liverpool“.
„Chelsea“'s interest in the 29-year-old defender could be due to his comfortable performance in the 3-man defense line of the English national team. Thomas Tuchel also uses a three-man defense line. However, it should be emphasized that the main priority for the „Blues“ at the moment is 21-year-old Wesley Fofana. Defender Trevor Chalobah is expected to leave the club, as they are looking for a loan deal for him to get more playing time.
