Chelsea have reportedly opened negotiations with Zenit Saint Petersburg about a transfer for Argentina international defender Ezequiel Garay.
According to Steve Mitchell (translated by David Amoyal of GianlucaDiMarzio.com) “talks are now in progress” between the two clubs regarding a potential move for the centre-back, who has also been subject to interest from Roma. It’s noted in the piece that the English champions are now in “pole position” to bring Garay to the Premier League.
Here’s a look at why the former Benfica man has long been rated as one of the very best defenders around:
It’s a position Chelsea could certainly do with some reinforcements in.