Five centre-back signings for Chelsea to consider.
A look at five defenders Chelsea could try to sign after failing to sign their top targets John Stones and Marquinhos – the options are still out there…
1) Raphael Varane (Real Madrid)
Long linked as a top target for Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho, Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane would be a good alternative to either Stones or Marquinhos, as he is a similarly top talent with his best years ahead of him.
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