Overview

• The 24-year-old has deleted Chelsea references from his Instagram profile, a move that echoes his social-media activity before leaving Leicester in 2022.
• talkSPORT reports Fofana’s camp is not aware of any issue with the club, and the outlet has asked Chelsea for comment.
• Fofana was an unused substitute in the 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace, with Maresca stating the plan was for him not to play as he builds fitness after a hamstring layoff.
• Chelsea’s back line is stretched with Levi Colwill sidelined by an ACL injury and Enzo Maresca publicly calling for another centre-back before the window closes.
• Fofana has struggled with injuries since his 2022 move, including an ACL tear that wiped out the 2023/24 season, leaving him with 34 appearances for the club.