Chelsea is planning to sign a Crystal Palace defender

Press reports confirmed that Chelsea FC has begun negotiations with Crystal Palace regarding the contract with defender Marc Guehi during the winter transfer period, and the deal appears to be in its early stages, with Crystal Palace opening the door for sale, while Chelsea continues its search to strengthen its ranks.

Chelsea may include Trevo Chalobah in the deal, as the player is currently on loan at Crystal Palace, and Chalobah may return to Stamford Bridge. If a new deal is not concluded, which opens the way for Guehi’s transfer.

Mark Guehi, who previously played for Chelsea, showed great and noticeable development after his move to Crystal Palace. As he became an international player with the England national team, and as his level improved, Guehi is one of the prominent targets for several major clubs in the English Premier League.

On the other hand, Chelsea may pursue another deal. In January, the club was linked with a defender Benfica Tomas Araujo, according to reports.