Leicester reject third Chelsea bid for Fofana, banish defender to reserves

Brenden Rodgers has confirmed that Leicester rejected a third bid from Chelsea to sign Wesley Fofana and sent him to train with the reserve team.

According to goal.com, Rodgers said Leicester are holding firm against Chelsea’s advances for their bright young defender.

He also questioned Fofana’s mindset and suggested the player wasn’t living up to his contractual obligations.

“From a football perspective, if it happens, the sooner the better, because it might allow us to do some work. The club are aware as time goes on that it becomes more difficult but the valuation needs to be met.

“These guys get well-paid, the very least you can do is turn up. If you don’t, with all respect you can’t just walk into our group. Day to day, he’s a good kid, but it’s been hard for him to deal with everything while he is in the right frame of mind. It’s been difficult for him to play,” Rodgers said.

Fofana was left at home for Leicester’s clash with Southampton this past weekend after Rodgers said that the defender was not totally focused on the club.

Chelsea are keen on reinforcing their defence following a 3-0 loss to Leeds.