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Home » Chelsea enter the race for £25m star starring for Fulham on loan

Chelsea enter the race for £25m star starring for Fulham on loan

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Transfer News: Chelsea in the race to sign Joachim Andersen

According to transfer news from Daily Mail, Chelsea have firmly put themselves in the race for Joachim Andersen. However, they will face competition from their Premier League rivals such as Manchester United, Tottenham and Crystal Palace for his signature.

The 24-year-old defender spent the early parts of his career in his homeland, Denmark before making the switch to the Netherlands in 2013, where he joined Twente. Four years later, he made the jump to Sampdoria before signing for Olympique Lyon in 2019.

Joachim Andersen lyon FOOTBALL : Olympique Lyonnais vs Rangers FC – Trophee Veolia – 16/07/2020 FredericChambert/Panoramic.

After a season in France, Andersen arrived at Fulham this past summer on a season-long loan deal, with the Cottagers having no option to make the transfer permanent.

The 24-year-old missed a few games early in the season due to injury but since returning to full fitness, he has been a mainstay at the back for Scott Parker’s side.

In fact, Andersen has gone on to captain Fulham in more than half of their Premier League games this term despite being on loan. And he has played an integral role in their newfound defensive solidity that is aiding them in their fight for survival.

Joachim Andersen of Fulham during the Premier League match at Villa Park, Birmingham. Picture date: 4th April 2021. Picture credit should read: Darren Staples/Sportimage.

Apparently, Chelsea are said to be in the hunt for the centre-back along with United and Spurs. Talks have taken place between Spurs and the player’s representatives. Despite all that interest, Andersen could also be open to remaining at Fulham if they survive the drop.

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Lyon, who are his parent club, want £25m for him. Chelsea’s interest in the Danish defender is understandable given he could be a long-term replacement for the likes of Thiago Silva and Cesar Azpilicueta. His valuation is also decent, which should encourage the Blues to go after the player.