Sources: Chelsea send scouts to watch 23-year-old right-back with a January move in mind

"Guela Doue has become one of the most talked-about names ahead of the upcoming winter transfer window, as his performances in Ligue 1 continue to turn heads across Europe. The 23-year-old right-back, currently playing for Strasbourg, has shown maturity and consistency beyond his years. The defender has scored one goal and provided two assists in five games this season. As January approaches, a transfer battle could be on the horizon, with several Premier League sides leading the charge for his signature."

"Among the many clubs tracking Doue's progress, Chelsea appear to be in the strongest position, sources close to the agents industry have informed CaughtOffside. Scouts from the London club were present during Strasbourg's recent clash with Paris Saint-Germain, a match in which Doue delivered a commanding defensive performance while also showing his ability to contribute going forward. However, this was far from a one-off scouting mission."

"Strasbourg's strong negotiating position could make any potential deal complicated. Doue is under contract until 2029, which means the French side are in no rush to sell and can demand a significant transfer fee, which is expected to be north of 30 million. Competition is intense for the Ligue 1 full-back Bradley Barcola of Paris Saint-Germain jumps for the head ball against Guela Doue of RC Strasbourg (Photo by Catherine Steenkeste/Getty Images for Qatar Airways )"

Guela Doue is a 23-year-old right-back for Strasbourg who has shown maturity and consistency, scoring one goal and providing two assists in five games this season. Several Premier League clubs are leading the charge for his signature as the January transfer window approaches. Chelsea appear to be in the strongest position, with scouts present at Strasbourg's recent clash with Paris Saint-Germain and recruitment staff monitoring his development alongside Aston Villa, Brighton, and Brentford. Doue is contracted to Strasbourg until 2029, placing the club in no rush to sell. Strasbourg can demand a significant fee expected to be north of €30 million. AC Milan, RB Leipzig, and Real Betis are also tracking Doue.

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