Rodgers ignored Fofana offer.

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Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers has insisted he is not interested in any offers for French defender Wesley Fofana.

Fofana had just returned from a long break at the end of last football season. But turned out to be a target of interest from many clubs in the market this summer. One of them is Chelsea, who still need more centre-backs.Sky Sports previously reported that Chelsea had made two bids for Fofana, but all were rejected by Leicester. UFABET But the Blue Lions did not give up increase the value.

For this reason, Rodgers had to answer that question. “We don’t want to sell. That’s the point.”

“He’s a great defender at a young age. And there are few of them his age. Another year at Leicester would have been a good thing for his development. He just works hard and continues to train well.”

Fofana the 21 year old signed a new contract with Leicester in March. Extending his contract at the King Power Stadium until 2027.

Fofana made 22 caps for France Under-21s, scoring one goal, before deciding to join Leicester City in October 2020.

He received the Club’s Young Player of the Year award for the 2020/21 season, leading the team to fifth in the Premier League table. And played an important role in the team to the 2021 FA Cup.