Chelsea target Leandro Trossard reacts to the transfer links with the Blues

The player has caught the eye of the Blues due to his impressive performances under the ex-Seagulls boss Graham Potter. The latter is now in charge at Stamford Bridge.

Back in September, Trossard admitted he would like to follow his former manager “if the opportunity arises”. However, he only wants be in the club’s first-team squad in case of his transfer.

Now, when being asked about his potential move to Chelsea, the 27-year-old told Play Sports:

“It’s very difficult to answer that. That will have to wait until [after the World Cup]. I’m not on it at all right now. Brighton and the World Cup are the next goals. Afterwards, we’ll see where it ends.”

"It's very difficult to answer that [Chelsea rumours]. So that will have to wait until after the World Cup", Leandro Trossard said when asked about Chelsea. 🚨🔵 #CFC

Important: Trossard deal with Brighton expires in 2023, but #BHAFC have an option to extend contract until 2024. pic.twitter.com/U3vgZDbeBi

— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) October 19, 2022