Chelsea: Wesley Fofana’s strong words on Didier Drogba

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By: Manu Tournoux

Chelsea: Wesley Fofana, the huge blow

Wesley Fofana is a huge fan of Didier Drogba. The Marseille native said in an interview with Chelsea’s official website that he developed a love for the London club from his childhood, thanks to the Ivorian. A fan of Drogba since his time at OM, Fofana’s favorite club, he didn’t let go of him after he left for England in 2004.

“I started loving Chelsea because of one man: Didier Drogba. I played as a striker as a kid, just to be like Didier Drogba. I would go to Marseille games just to see him. I would sit and watch YouTube videos for hours just so I could learn from him.”recalls the Marseillais. Now back from his cruciate ligament rupture, the former Stéphanois could have the chance to follow in his idol’s footsteps at Stamford Bridge. It would still be necessary for his injury concerns to finally leave him a little alone this season…

Manu Tournoux

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Manu Tournoux is a passionate and knowledgeable football enthusiast with a special focus on French football. Born and raised in France, Manu discovered his love for the beautiful game at a young age and developed a deep understanding of the ins and outs of "Le Championnat." His French roots and extensive experience in football journalism have made him an invaluable asset to the French Football Weekly team. As an author for the website, his expertise includes not only in-depth analysis of Ligue 1 and Ligue 2 matches but also insightful profiles of up-and-coming talents, detailed transfer news, and engaging coverage of the French national team. His captivating writing style and undeniable passion for the game have earned him a loyal following among our readers. When he's not crafting engaging articles for French Football Weekly, Manu enjoys attending live matches whenever he can, exploring football culture in various French cities, and engaging in spirited debates with fellow fans.