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7-second readChelsea and Real Madrid were among several European giants interested in signing Karim Coulibaly before the young defender completed his summer move to Strasbourg from Werder Bremen.
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Chelsea and Real Madrid were among several European giants interested in signing Karim Coulibaly before the young defender completed his summer move to Strasbourg from Werder Bremen.
According to a report from Fussball News, Paris Saint-Germain, Newcastle United, Borussia Dortmund and Sporting CP were also monitoring the German youngster after his impressive breakthrough season in the Bundesliga.
The 19-year-old has quickly established himself as one of Germany’s promising defensive talents, having made 27 Bundesliga appearances for Werder Bremen last season. His performances attracted attention from clubs across Europe, with his physical strength and composure on the ball making him an appealing long-term investment.
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- Chelsea, Newcastle United, Real Madrid, Borussia Dortmund, Werder Bremen, Paris Saint-Germain, Strasbourg
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