Chelsea ‘offered’ two La Liga stars as Blues on ‘verge’ of completing key transfer

Chelsea are now less than a fortnight away from returning to Premier League action.

The Blues, like their Premier League rivals, have been sidelined for more than a month due to the World Cup, though, they have managed to get in some friendly action of late, losing to Aston Villa over the weekend. Chelsea have put together a disappointing season so far, and they will need to hit the ground running when they return after Christmas, especially if they hold top four ambitions.

The January window will prove important for Chelsea, especially after the loss of Armando Broja to injury, and with that in mind, we have rounded up all the latest transfer news and rumours surrounding Stamford Bridge.

Fofana deal

Chelsea are said to be on the verge of signing David Datro Fofana from Molde.

Fabrizio Romano tweeted: “Exclusive: Chelsea are on the verge of signing David Datro Fofana, here we go soon! There’s full agreement in place with Molde to sign Ivorian striker born in 2002. Personal terms are still being discussed with player — then deal will be signed for more than €10m fee.”

Fofana - no relation to Wesley - is a 19-year-old striker who has scored 15 goals in 42 league appearances for Molde.

Atletico options

Chelsea are said to have been offered two Atletico Madrid players as they look to add to their attack. Joao Felix has been offered to the Blues, according to the Evening Standard, with the Portuguese star falling out with Diego Simeone this season. Meanwhile, Matheus Cunha has already been offered, according to the report, with Chelsea needing a striker following the loss of Broja.

It remains to see whether Chelsea will make a move for Felix, but it looks icreasingly likely Cunha will be headed to Wolves this winter.