David Datro Fofana: Chelsea Confirm Deal to Sign Molde Striker

• Molde striker David Datro Fofana is confirmed to join Chelsea in the coming days
• The Blues reportedly reached a deal with the Norwegian club for his services
• It was announced on Wednesday that the Ivorian will join them in early 2023

Premier League giants Chelsea have confirmed they have a deal in place to sign David Datro Fofana from Molde.

The Blues are keen to revamp their squad during the January transfer window, with Graham Potter keen to assemble a squad that can challenge for titles.

The West Londoners are now on course to seal their first piece of business, with the club announcing they have reached a pre-agreement with the Norwegian club over the transfer of Fofana.

According to a statement shared on the club's website on Wednesday evening, Chelsea announced the pre-agreement.

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"The 20-year-old striker will join the Blues on 1 January 2023. We look forward to welcoming David to the club."

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Daily Mail reports Fofana has enjoyed a significant rise to prominence in recent months, after he burst into the scene at Molde.

The youngster has been in sublime form for the Norwegian club, scoring an eye-watering 24 goals in just 37 matches across all competitions.

He has also shown his ability as a link-up player, having registered seven assists since the start of the year.

Meanwhile, Metro UK claims the Ivorian could walk straight into the starting XI at Stamford Bridge as a cover for Armando Broja, who is out for the rest of the season with an injury.

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported Chelsea have reportedly opened talks with Enzo Fernandez over a possible switch to Stamford Bridge, after agreeing to Benfica’s huge release clause to land the midfielder in January.

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Fernandez has attracted interest from top clubs in Europe after playing a key role in Argentina's World Cup title success.

However, it is the Blues who have taken the first step towards getting the move over the line, with the club reportedly ready to pay up.