Mourinho Eyes Chelsea Left-Back Solution - Why Argentina Man Could Boost The Blues' Defence

Plenty of players have made names for themselves at this summer’s World Cup in Brazil, but the spotlight shines even brighter as the competition enters its final stages.  One man whose team have made the semi-finals is Marcos Rojo who, according to the Metro, happens to be a target of Chelsea.

The Argentina defender has played a key role in taking his country to within two games of lifting the trophy, despite being suspended for the quarter-final against Belgium.  A fee of £15 million is what Jose Mourinho is reportedly willing to offer to bring Rojo to Stamford Bridge.

At just 24 years of age, the player could prove to be a really good signing for the Blues if they were to get him.  Cesar Azpilicueta was preferred to Ashley Cole at left-back for much of last season, and with the latter now having left the club the side are a bit short in that position.  Acquiring the services of Rojo would provide them with someone who has recently adapted to playing on the left after spending most of his earlier career at centre-back.  It would also give Mourinho the option of playing Azpilicueta in his more natural role on the right side of the pitch.

Apart from being a quality young player who is currently proving himself on the world stage, Rojo’s versatility would make him an interesting prospect for many top clubs.  If he is to soon land in the Premier League, the Sporting Lisbon defender has both the youthfulness and the potential to become a star.

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