FIFA 'receives request' to prevent the transfer of Chelsea

Former club of new Chelsea star sends FIFA letter requesting transfer canceled

David Datro Fofana's transfer to Chelsea was just officially announced on Saturday, but already there is debate around the agreement. The striker, who has scored 24 goals since moving here two years ago, was acquired in an £8 million move from the Norwegian team Molde. On Thursday night's Premier League match between Chelsea and Manchester City, he watched from the stands.

And now that he has received clearance and been awarded a six-year deal, it is official that he is the newest addition to the Blues. However, the transaction might not go through after his childhood team appealed to FIFA to request that his transfer to the Blues be canceled.

David Datro Fofana's transfer to Chelsea was just officially announced on Saturday

But his transfer to Stamford Bridge has 'outraged' Abidjan City. His professional career began with the Ivory Coast team, and in 2019 he enrolled in the Amadou Diallo Football Academy. But a quarrel over whether Fofana's mother consented in 2016 between Abidjan City and her has led to a conflict. They contend that his subsequent move to Molde in 2021 was illegal, and they have written to FIFA to request the cancellation of his Chelsea contract.

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Therefore, club president Marco Taddei wrote, "We request you to intercede with the Chelsea club so that the player's transfer is stopped until the disagreement between the Molde FK club and ourselves is resolved.

According to reports, Chelsea has been reluctant to comment while insisting that Fofana is completely registered with them. The striker, for his part, has expressed his joy at joining the Premier League team.

Chelsea has been reluctant to comment while insisting that Fofana is completely registered with them

"Hello, cherished fans I've made it here safely, and I'm thrilled to sign for the team of my dreams. Cheers, and I'll see you on the field shortly!" As soon as his presence was confirmed, Fofana stated.

Given that the 20-year-old played his final game for Molde at the end of November, it is unclear when he will be ready to make his professional debut. Graham Potter, the manager of the Blues, acknowledged that after taking a long break, he would need time to adjust.

It's premature to make a judgment, said Potter. We are flexible since he is an intriguing player. Due to his brief hiatus, we'll allow him some time to train and be evaluated before determining the best course of action for his next professional move.

The third round of the FA Cup is where Chelsea will be playing their next match on Sunday afternoon when they travel to City. The absence of Raheem Sterling, Mason Mount, and Armando Broja due to injury will prevent Fofana from playing despite the attacking crisis that has gripped the team.

Chelsea should enhance this position, according to Tim Sherwood

Tim Sherwood advises Chelsea to sign a second striker in January. Graham Potter needs to get better in the number nine position, according to Sherwood, who was speaking on Sky Sports. It's true that Potter's choices up front are now rather restricted. Due to Armando Broja's season-ending injury, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang was the only senior player of the team available to play this position at the time.

Chelsea should enhance this position, according to Tim Sherwood

Worries over the front line increased when Aubameyang was replaced against Manchester City on Thursday night. Thankfully, Chelsea made David Datro Fofana's deal official a short time afterwards. The £10 million transfer of the 20-year-old from Molde was made public on Saturday, only one day before the next FA Cup matchup with Pep Guardiola's team.

Does Chelsea require a new striker?

Fofana was thrown into training right away, although he could have arrived too early to play City this afternoon. Thus, Aubameyang may play through the middle at the Etihad if healthy and not worn out. Sherwood does not view this scenario as being advantageous to Chelsea either now or in the future.

Does Chelsea require a new striker?

It's a fractured squad. I believe they have a lot of guys in the forward positions that are of comparable caliber. The former Tottenham Hotspur manager added, "I don't think they have a terrific striker, and that's been an issue for them for a few years now.

Potter may have to resort to Fofana if Aubameyang again falls short on the big stage. Boehly hired him for South West London because of his goals for Molde, but scoring in Norway is very different than doing so in England. If he is selected for a Premier League game day, he will rapidly come to understand that. In a few hours, Chelsea's new hire could even learn that.

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