Chelsea Plot Move for Premier League Star to Replace Antonio Rudiger

• Chelsea are in the market in search of a new center-back who will slot in for Real Madrid-bound Antonio Rudiger
• Leicester City's Wesley Fofana is believed to be on the West Londoners' shortlist of players to take Rudiger's place in the team
• Rudiger is reportedly on the verge of joining Real Madrid as he already has a verbal agreement with the Spanish side
• The Germany international's current contract with the Blues is set to expire at the end of the season, meaning he will be joining Real for free

Chelsea are reportedly considering a summer transfer move for Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana to replace Real Madrid-bound Antonio Rudiger.

Rudiger is expected to depart Stamford Bridge at the end of the ongoing season to seal a transfer move to Madrid.

The Germany international is understood to have a verbal agreement with the La Liga giants ahead of his switch in the summer.

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Chelsea hunting for a replacement for Antonio Rudiger

Rudiger's imminent departure has sent the Blues to the drawing board in terms of transfer business, with the club now being forced to enter the market to find his replacement.

Goal reports the West London club are currently weighing their options and have set their sights on Leicester center-back Fofana.

The France international remains highly regarded as one of the best defenders in his age group and Chelsea are expected to face several hurdles in their attempt to bring the 20-year-old to Stamford Bridge.

The youngster will not come cheaply for whoever will want to secure his services, with his current deal with the Foxes set to expire in 2025.

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The 22-year old has reportedly rejected a move to Newcastle, giving the Red Devils the upper hand in signing him this summer.

English giants Arsenal and Liverpool are also reportedly interested in the services of the fast-rising striker currently valued at €130m.