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Wesley Fofana wants to join Chelsea but only a world-record fee would tempt Leicester Leicester have no interest in selling Fofana for at least a year despite the defender having his head turned by Chelsea

AUGUST 16, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Makes four interceptions in loss Fofana made four interceptions and conceded a yellow card during Saturday's 4-2 loss to Arsenal.

Impact Fofana has made nine interceptions in two games but faced a tall task against a tough team in this contest. With six goals conceded already, Fofana and his teammates are struggling defensively, something they'll hope to change if Alex Smithies takes over in goal.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Why selling Wesley Fofana will not solve Leicester City's problems Leicester have too many senior players in their squad but do not want to sell their prized assets in Fofana and Maddison

AUGUST 9, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM

'A big week for Leicester' | Can Foxes keep star players? Michael Bridge says Leicester are still looking to do transfer business before the window closes amid reports linking Kasper Schmeichel, Jam...

AUGUST 2, 2022 • SKY.COM

Wesley Fofana: Chelsea working on deal to sign Leicester City central defender Leicester City centre-back Wesley Fofana is a target for Chelsea; Fofana has five years remaining on his current contract; Chelsea have alre...

JULY 31, 2022 • SKY.COM

Misses most of the season injured Fofana started in all of his seven appearances after returnin from a leg injury in March.

Impact Fofana did not play until March, recovering from a serious injury in his leg. He then started in all of his seven games in Premier League play, with no goals or assists. On defense, the centerback helped with 12 tackles, 12 interceptions and 26 clearances during his limited time in the field. He will now look to be fully fit for the next campaign.

JUNE 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Ready for Sunday Fofana is fit and in the starting XI for Sunday's match with Watford.

Impact Fofana returns after dealing with a calf injury in the buildup to the match. The defender takes up a role in the Leicester back line for Sunday's Premier League clash with Watford.

MAY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Sunday Fofana (calf) is expected to be fit to face Watford on Sunday. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "Wesley Fofana should be back and fit."

Impact Fofana should be in the mix to reclaim his spot in the starting XI after having featured in three of the club's last five contests in a central defensive role. With Fofana back in the mix, Jonny Evans will likely find himself relegated to a spot on the bench for kickoff Sunday.

MAY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Held out as precaution Fofana was held out of Wednesday's match against Norwich with a tight calf, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "We gave him to the last minute, but we then have to weigh up the...

Impact Fofana got some rest after starting back-to-back matches across UECL and Premier League. Assuming his calf doesn't get worse in the coming days, he should be set for another start at Watford on Sunday with another clean sheet possible for the Leicester back line.

MAY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Two blocks during start Fofana logged two blocks across 90 minutes during a 0-0 draw Saturday versus Aston Villa.

Impact Fofana was the only Leicester City footballer to log multiple blocks Saturday. Though he suffered multiple injuries during 2021, fantasy managers should expect him regularly starting alongside fellow central defender Caglar Soyuncu. Daniel Amartey and Jonny Evans will occasionally record starts when Fofana requires some rest.

APRIL 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Rennes 2-1 Leicester (agg 2-3): Wesley Fofana scores decisive goal on return from broken leg as Foxes hang on to reach Europa Conference League quarter-finals Match report as Wesley Fofana scores the crucial goal for Leicester in their 3-2 aggregate win over Rennes; Foxes lost 2-1 on the night and...

MARCH 17, 2022 • SKY.COM

Plays 78 minutes in return Fofana (leg) started and scored in 78 minutes of Thursday's UECL match against Rennes.

Impact This was quite the match for Fofana, who got the surprising start in his first appearance of the season. Given the short turnaround, he probably won't start Sunday against Brentford, but his return is undoubtedly a massive boost to the Leicester back line coming out of the international break.

MARCH 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Traveling for UECL Fofana (leg) is in the traveling squad for Thursday's UECL match against Rennes, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact Fofana is recently back from COVID-19 and it looks like he's ready to contend for minutes again. It's unknown where his fitness level is at having been out the entire season, but he's a definite boost to the side going into the final couple months.

MARCH 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Extends Leicester contract Fofana extended his contract with Leicester City, keeping him at the club until 2027.

Impact Fofana signed a five-year deal two years ago and this contract adds two more years to that. It's a no brainer for the club given their defensive struggles without Fofana this season. The good news is that he's edging closer to health and should be an option soon.

MARCH 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Working on fitness Fofana (leg) is back in training and needs to be managed in his return, according to manager Brendan Rodgers.

Impact This isn't much of a surprise for Fofana, who made need a full month of training before he's close to fitness and ready to feature again. He's been out since undergoing surgery in August and will hope to return at some point in March if all goes well.

FEBRUARY 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Set to join training soon Fofana (leg) is slated to resume training in approximately two weeks and could play at some point in February. Manager Brendan Rodgers told reporters, "He will look to join in the...

Impact Fofana has yet to make his season debut after suffering a fractured fibula back in August but appears to be trending in the right direction. Last season, the defender started 27 of 28 appearances and figures to factor heavily in the starting XI once back to full match fitness.

FEBRUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes successful surgery Fofana underwent successful surgery on his leg and ankle earlier this week, according to manager Brendan Rodgers. "I think these injuries can be between four to seven or eight mont...

Impact It's more likely Fofana will be closer to that eight-month timeline unless he can recover quicker than expected. He'll have to recover from numerous surgeries and injuries, which is why the timeline is a bit unclear. Either way, he's out four months, at a minimum.

AUGUST 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Set for surgery Fofana will undergo surgery Monday for a fractured fibula and ankle, which is in addition to knee ligament damage that was worse than feared, according to Sky Sports.

Impact Fofana will be out until at least 2022, but that could mean January or after the current season. He'll have to recover from multiple major injuries at the same time, which isn't helpful. While it depends on the severity of the knee injury, it'll take him a few months to recover from that and it's in addition to a broken leg and ankle.

AUGUST 9, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Leicester confirms fibula fracture for defender Fofana

Leicester center-back Wesley Fofana’s left fibula has been fractured by a Villarreal opponent’s late challenge

AUGUST 5, 2021 • Associated Press

Awaiting further scan Fofana is awaiting a further scan on his ankle once the swelling goes down, which will give a better indication of how long he will be out. For now, he's fractured his fibula and a...

Impact Another scan closer to Fofana's ankle will reveal just how long he'll be out this season. There's a chance he could return at some point this season or if he also fractured another area, he could be out the entire campaign. More information will likely be revealed in the coming days.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Broken leg confirmed Fofana confirmed via social media that he suffered a fractured fibula in Wednesday's friendly, though a final diagnosis has not be released in regards to possibly more injuries.

Impact After seeing the video, a broken leg seemed to be the obvious injury with the hope that he didn't fracture anything else in his shin or ankle. A timeline will hopefully be given in the upcoming week, but for now, he'll likely miss the first half of the season, at a minimum, with a best-case scenario maybe being a return in January.

AUGUST 5, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fofana's sickening injury will force Leicester into transfer market despite tight finances Leicester have been dealt a huge blow just before the season starts with Wesley Fofana's terrible leg injury. So what now for Rodgers?

AUGUST 5, 2021 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Leicester defender Fofana injured in preseason friendly

Leicester defender Wesley Fofana was carried off on a stretcher with a leg injury during the club’s preseason friendly against Spanish team Villarreal on Wednesday

AUGUST 4, 2021 • Associated Press

Stretchered off in friendly Fofana was stretchered off after suffering a possible leg break in Wednesday's friendly against Villarreal.

Impact It was an ugly tackle on Fofana from the Villarreal player, not only down 3-0 but also in a friendly. It's a massive blow to Leicester, who are already dealing with an ongoing foot injury for Jonny Evans. It wouldn't be surprising if they added another center-back in the coming week, as Caglar Soyuncu is the lone healthy option, though Wilfred Ndidi and Daniel Amartey have been used there before.

AUGUST 4, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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