Deal close: Chelsea top target scouting for a house in London
Chelsea has set up camp to sign Sevilla star Jules Kounde because the Nathan Ake deal has fallen through.
Since last year, the 23-year-old defender has been linked to the Blues, but Sevilla’s obstinacy prevented the transfer from happening, even though Chelsea and the France international had personal conditions agreed upon.
However, Chelsea is once again interested in Kounde, but they will have to compete with Barcelona for his services.
According to reports from Spain, Chelsea have made a second attempt to sign Jules Kounde after seeing a first bid rejected by the La Liga club.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano tweeted on the deal: “Chelsea have told Sevilla they will return soon with a new bid for Jules Koundé, after first one refused 24h ago [€55m add-ons included]. #CFC
“Player in talks with both Barcelona [Xavi, still pushing] and Chelsea.
#FCB “Sevilla want €65m.
However, Further reports claim Chelsea are seemingly confident that they will strike a deal for Kounde.
Reports also claim that Kounde is already searching for a house in London, and is more open to a Chelsea transfer.