Chelsea ‘leading’ race to sign Sevilla defender Koundé

Chelsea are said to be leading the race to pull off a deal for Sevilla star Jules Koundé.

The Blues have been heavily linked with a move for the French centre-back, who is expected to be on the move this summer.

Chelsea were linked with a move for Koundé last summer, but Sevilla would not budge, leading to frustration on the player’s part.

This summer, things could be different, though Koundé’s centre-back partner Diego Carlos has already left for Aston Villa.

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That could make Sevilla resistant to a deal.

But the Frenchman does have a £68million release clause which, if activated, Sevilla cannot stand in the way of.

According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Sevilla are eyeing a move for Galatasaray star Marcao to replace Diego Carlos.

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But they are also aware they could lose Koundé, with Romano claiming that Chelsea are ‘leading the race’.

That will be good news for Blues fans, especially with Antonio Rudiger leaving for Real Madrid on a free transfer.

Sevilla are considering many options to replace Diego Carlos, including Galatasaray’s centre back Marcão. He’s one of the candidates in the list. ??? #Sevilla

Important to remind that also Jules Koundé could leave the club this summer, with Chelsea leading the race.

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 4, 2022

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