Chelsea agree personal terms with Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana ahead of potential transfer - reports

Chelsea have taken a big step towards signing Leicester City defender Wesley Fofana after reportedly agreeing personal terms with the centre-back. The Blues are looking to get a deal for the France Under-21 international over the line before the window closes, but they have faced stiff resistance from their fellow Premier League side so far. Ad Brendan Rodgers said on Thursday that two bids had been rejected as they were «nowhere near what the club would consider».

Premier League'We could strengthen' — Tuchel looking to sign defender and strikerYESTERDAY AT 13:16 However, the Daily Mail reports that the move is edging closer as personal terms have been agreed between Chelsea and Fofana. The 21-year-old will see his salary bumped up to around £200,000 per week at Stamford Bridge, if the two clubs can agree a fee. The outlet says that the two Chelsea bids rejected so far were worth £60m and £65m, but Leicester value Fofana at around £80m.

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