Former Nice defender Malang Sarr is set to become a Chelsea player soon, journalist Fabrizio Romano tweeted..

The French centerback has already arrived at the location of the London club for a medical examination and signing a contract. The footballer's agreement with the Blues will be calculated until June 2025.

It is noted that head coach Frank Lampard is ready to consider the option of leaving the 21-year-old player on loan to one of the Bundesliga clubs.

Last season, Sarr had 20 matches in a Nice shirt, scoring one goal.

Earlier it was reported that Chelsea is also close to signing defender Thiago Silva.