Chelsea are approaching a crucial stretch of the January transfer window, with more business expected both in terms of signings and departures.
With fixtures piling up and competitions still in play, it is important that the club supports Liam Rosenior by building a squad capable of meeting those demands.
Injuries haven’t helped either. Tosin Adarabioyo is expected to be out for several weeks, while both Dario Essugo and Romeo Lavia remain unavailable.
Douglas Luiz and Jeremy Jacquet seem like the most probable signings right now, though nothing has been finalised yet.
There is also potential movement brewing in midfield that could catch fans off guard.
N’Golo Kante in the mix as Chelsea look to bolster midfield options
Douglas Luiz is reportedly in discussions with Chelsea, though any move would be a loan rather than a permanent transfer.
But according to The Telegraph, other players with Premier League experience are also being considered as the club weighs its choices.
Fenerbahce have reportedly approached N’Golo Kante, who is believed to be available for a loan this month. Meanwhile, a return to the Premier League has been rumoured for Ruben Neves.
There was talk that Kante’s move to Fenerbahce was close, but that deal does not appear to be as advanced as initially believed.
The Frenchman spent seven years at Chelsea before moving on, making over 260 appearances and playing a key role in several major trophy wins.
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