As Chelsea anticipates the departure of veteran defender Thiago Silva, the Blues have set their sights on Lille’s talented center-back, Leny Yoro, in a bid to rejuvenate their defensive lineup. The 18-year-old prodigy has garnered attention from top European clubs, including Real Madrid and Paris Saint-Germain, but Chelsea is now in the mix, according to reports from The Standard.

With Silva’s contract set to expire this summer, Chelsea is keen to secure a younger replacement. Despite Silva’s wealth of experience, Mauricio Pochettino has sidelined him in recent Premier League fixtures, signaling the need for fresh blood in Chelsea’s defensive ranks. Yoro, a rising star in French football and a member of France’s Under-21 squad, fits the bill perfectly and has already made a significant impact at Lille.

However, Chelsea faces stiff competition for Yoro’s signature, with PSG leading the race to secure his services. Lille, on the other hand, is determined to retain the promising talent within Ligue 1 beyond the summer transfer window. In case Chelsea misses out on Yoro, alternatives such as Nice’s Jean-Clair Todibo and Sporting’s Ousmane Diomande have been identified as potential targets.

Despite uncertainties surrounding financial constraints, Chelsea remains undeterred in its pursuit of top talents and is prepared to navigate through a busy summer transfer window.