Chelsea hit snag in N’Golo Kante contract talks with Saudi offer on the table
N’Golo Kante could leave Stamford Bridge as a free agent this summer.
According to the famous Italian journalist, Chelsea are not getting closer to seeing N’Golo Kante sign a new contract.
The Frenchman could leave Stamford Bridge as a free agent this summer, with an offer from an unnamed Saudi Arabian club on the table. Chelsea had a long talk with the French midfielder over a new deal until very recently.
N’Golo Kanté’s contract extension, not done yet — talks were very advanced in the last months but now the situation is unclear again. More contacts will take place. 🚨🔵 #CFC
Parties will talk in order to decide — there are more clubs keen on Kanté on a free, including Saudi. 🇸🇦 pic.twitter.com/77ObCdZeor
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 30, 2023
Kante moved to Chelsea from Leicester City in the summer of 2016. The 32-year-old had injury issues and his form also swa a dip.
Kante offers immense experience but Chelsea have to trust the young players including Enzo Fernandez, Cesare Casadei and Carney Chukwuemeka.
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