As you must know, Chelsea have been strongly linked with Lyon striker Bafetimbi Gomis, with Canal+ even claiming that talks are in 'advanced stages' between the clubs. So here's a little introduction to the player.
Over the past two seasons he has been on immense form, stacking up 19 goals last year. This season, however, he is looking to top it with 10 goals in 17 games so far. He has amassed 10 caps for France and stands at 6ft tall. He has a strong presence in the air as well as being a clinical finisher.
Here is a video on the man, remember these videos only show the best of a player and you cannot fully assess them on these.
So he seems like a good catch. The only dubious point is his age. He is 27 years old, which is not old, but certainly isn't young. He clearly isn't the 'signing for the future' that Chelsea have been going for. Sources claim that we also have competition from Liverpool.
Here is what Gomis said on the rumours;
"I have heard it, the president said I will get transferred or
will renew my contract before the end of the January transfer
window"
So clearly Olympique Lyon think a sale is not out of the question. Chelsea have been linked with plenty of other strikers though, it will be interesting to see which deal materializes in January.
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