Reece James is injured, and rumours claim that Chelsea has chosen Bayer Leverkusen defender Jeremie Frimpong as a potential replacement.
Given James’ ongoing injury issues, the Blues are reportedly looking for another right-back. The captain began against Liverpool in the Premier League match, but suffered a hamstring injury during practise.
new signature Since then, Malo Gusto has taken the England international’s spot at the start of Mauricio Pochettino’s defence against West Ham and Luton Town. In Chelsea’s 3-0 victory over Luton on Friday, the 20-year-old registered two assists, although reports claim that another wing-back may be added before the transfer market closes on Friday.
According to football.scotland, the former Celtic star Frimpong has generated attention thanks to his contributions for Leverkusen. The Dutch international, who has established himself as one of Europe’s most promising attacking wing-backs, has been linked with a move to the Premier League for some time.
Since arriving to Germany from Celtic in 2021 for £11.5 million, the 22-year-old has made a huge impression. He contributed 11 assists and nine goals to Xabi Alonso’s team last season, and he has two goals and an assist in his first three games this year.
According to reports, Chelsea is prepared to make a bid for Frimpong before the deadline on Friday. However, they will need to make a deal of at least £30 million to be successful.
Earlier in the transfer window, Frimpong was connected to moves to Arsenal and Manchester United. Both teams reportedly thought about trading for the wingback to improve their defensive team’s attacking output. Instead, the Gunners signed Jurrien Timber, and United manager Erik ten Hag is still looking for a new defender.