Chelsea Close To Finalize 3rd Winter Signing as £30M Defender Agrees Move

Benoit Badiashile has been earmarked by Chelsea as a potential target as they strive to bolster their defensive options in the upcoming weeks.

According to the Athletic, the Monaco defender has been highlighted as a potential addition by the Blues as they search for a left-sided center-back.

Potter is eager to partner Kalidou Koulibaly with a pair of new legs as the team attempts to regain their form when the Premier League begins.

The 21-year-old has looked solid for the French team, and Chelsea may find him to be a valuable long-term addition.

The report further states that although the two clubs have not yet reached a deal, there is rising speculation that Chelsea would purchase the defender for about €35 million (£31 million).

With Wesley Fofana their expensive summer signing still battling injury problems, the Blues are looking to add a new face to their roster.

Graham Potter will need to successfully replace aging key players like Cesar Azpilicueta and Thiago Silva in the upcoming months.

The Stamford Bridge club is reportedly interested in Josko Gvardiol, a defender for RB Leipzig, in addition to Badiashile. However, the 20-year-old Croatian international is likely to command a high price, so it is unclear whether the Blues will be willing to pay a premium for his services.

In the long run, players like Badiashile and Gvardiol might prove to be noteworthy additions.

The Blues earlier tried to sign Gvardiol in the summer after reaching to a personal agreement with the Croatian star, but they were unable to reach an agreement with Leipzig.

Chelsea are back in premier league action tomorrow as they face Bournemouth in a must win match as they look to regain their form.