Chelsea are “waiting” for a “green light” to complete a deal for Sevilla defender Jules Kounde, according to journalist Nathan Gissing.
The reporter, who is part of Gianluca Di Marzio’s writing staff, claims that the Blues have offered a five-year contract to Kounde and they are now waiting to hear back on his decision:
Chelsea have offered Jules Koundé a 5-year contract and remain confident they can do a deal for Sevilla’s Koundé after placing a bid of £52-55m – now waiting for green light, key day.
Chelsea members have been in Seville for one week negotiating and leave today. 🇪🇸 #CFC pic.twitter.com/FWVAZomKZq
— Nathan Gissing (@Nathan_Gissing) July 21, 2022
It has been suggested that Kounde’s preference would be to join Barcelona but the Catalan club have, so far, been unwilling to match Chelsea’s offer.
Sevilla sporting director Monchi has reportedly given Barca an ultimatum, telling them to table a formal bid or they will look to finalise the centre-back’s move to Stamford Bridge.
As Gissing mentions, it appears today could be “key” to understanding whether Kounde will accept Chelsea’s proposal. The France international is not thought to be against making the switch to London and a lot depends on how long he is willing to wait for Barcelona.
