Jules Kounde, a Chelsea target, has 'already decided' that he wants to move, with Manchester United also interested.
JULES KOUNDE could be on his way to the Premier League this summer.
Chelsea may rekindle their attention in Jules Kounde this summer, according to a new report, after the defender 'has already decided' to leave Sevilla at the end of the season.
Manchester United are also thought to be keeping an eye on the prestigious 23-year-old ahead of a possible summer move.
However, the mighty centre-half could finally be on the move, according to a new report from Marca, who claims that Kounde has made his decision about his future. According to the report, Kounde has been praised for his consistent performances, despite the fact that his failure to move on last summer left him 'tremendously angry.' However, after three years of progress, he is now determined to leave the club this summer.
While a number of Sevilla's key players, which include Diego Carlos and Marcos Acuna, have been rewarded for their performances with lucrative new contracts, Kounde's contract has remained unchanged. It is also claimed that Sevilla's need for sales is now 'gigantic,' which could open the door for Kounde's Premier League suitors.
Chelsea is bracing for a defensive exodus this summer, with Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen set to become free agents at the end of the season. The recurring ownership situation at Stamford Bridge has hampered the Blues' ability to offer new contracts to the duo, and Thomas Tuchel is expected to be forced to look for reinforcements.
And, after closely following Kounde last summer, it wouldn't be surprising if the Londoners choose to rekindle their intrigue in the Frenchman. The defender could be a long-term replacement for Rudiger, who has formed an important partnership with longtime Thiago Silva since Tuchel arrived in SW6.
Meanwhile, Manchester United is planning a major summer rebuild in the aftermath of their disastrous season. Erik ten Hag, the coach of Ajax, was confirmed as the club's new manager this week, and the Dutchman is expected to be given the authority to fire a slew of underperforming Old Trafford players.
And, while club captain Harry Maguire has been scrutinized the most this season for his poor performances, a slew of United's defensive players have been woefully insufficient. Raphael Varane has failed to make the desired impact since joining United from Real Madrid in a £36million deal last summer, and he was heavily to blame for the opening goal in United's 3-1 loss to Arsenal on Saturday.
Although United's poor defensive record is cause for concern, Ten Hag's arrival should spark a defensive improvement. Under Ten Hag's leadership, Ajax has the best defense in the Eredivisie, conceding only 15 goals in 30 league games this season.
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