Don't miss a beat from the dawn of the Potter era - sign up for the free Chelsea newsletterChelsea are eyeing a move for Lyon right-back Malo Gusto before the end of the January transfer window, football.london understands. The Blues are keen to add a new face to Graham Potter's wing-back options amid Reece James' ongoing injury concerns. His absence in the right wing-back position has forced 33-year-old Cesar Azpilicueta and natural centre-back Trevoh Chalobah to fill in. READ MORE:Despite James returning to training and approaching his long-awaited return, Gusto is being lined up to provide competition. Gusto penned an extension with Lyon to 2024 last season, meaning Lyon face the prospect of losing him for nothing in 18 months time.
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