12 Jul 2022 00:23:56
Ho Ed, what are the chances of Koulibaly coming to Chelsea. A lot of rumours are circulating that Chelsea could turn their attention to him as an alternative to De Ligt during to the price for the latter.

{Ed002's Note - Kalidou Koulibaly (CB) Bayern Munich put in an offer for KK that was much less (about half) than Napoli's valuation of €50M last summer. The interest of Liverpool, Everton, Real Madrid, PSG, Manchester City and Manchester United has likely gone due to his age and whilst there is no doubt about how good he is, even €40M or more for a 30 year old would not seem like good business. Juventus will offer an option if De Light leaves but the player is not keen to move to Turin. Perhaps at half that price he would be a good solution and financial issues may see Napoli reduce their asking price and to ask for offers from elsewhere. Barcelona wanted to add him on a loan with an obligation to buy deal but they were split between board members whether they should add him in addition to AC with two or three CBs leaving or not - I would not rule out an offer. Milan has a declared interest but have much preferred options. It has been suggested that Newcastle may be interested. Hard to see him moving but his agent has been trying to find a club to make an offer and has approached clubs in England, Germany and Italy but no detailed discussions have been held although Chelsea still need two starting CBs - but he would not be a preferred option. Napoli want him to stay.}

1.) 12 Jul 2022
12 Jul 2022 10:20:14
Brilliant Ed, really appreciate the detailed response, thank you. As always, your doing an excellent job on here for us guys.

2.) 12 Jul 2022
12 Jul 2022 10:23:55
cheers Ed.
shame he's such a good defender. fingers crossed though!