Kante rejects Chelsea's contract proposal -- he's waiting for Barca to step in (reliability: 4 stars)

N'Golo Kante has knocked back a two-year contract offer from Chelsea, as per Sport. Instead of a 2+1 year deal, the Frenchman wants three more years at Stamford Bridge guaranteed.

Despite being injury-prone, Kante is rated highly due to his experience and the performances he has brought to the table over the years. But the report now claims that the midfielder is not happy with the terms offered and is holding out for Barcelona’s offer.

N'Golo is one of the options to replace Sergio Busquets in the coming summer. Barca's pursuit of the 31-year-old player would largely depend on his fitness and the economic terms he demands.