Wesley Tidjan Fofana
Defender #29
Age 25 years
Nationality France
Market Value €25M
Career
C
◀ 2022 Chelsea from Leicester
L
2020 Leicester from Saint Etienne
Scout Report
AI-generated analysis of a player's key strengths and playing style based on seasonal performance.
Wesley Tidjan Fofana is a exceptional INTERCEPTOR for Chelsea. Evidence: 2.1 Interceptions/90.
Also shows: exceptional SHIELD (1.3 Blocks/90)
Player DNA
Shows whether a player specializes in specific areas or is well-rounded across all dimensions.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (85/100) but has room to grow in Shooting.
Wesley Tidjan Fofana Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 70%
Weight 78%
Experience 47%
vs Premier League
Height 77%
Weight 83%
Experience 48%
Traits
PRIME DECORATED EUROPEAN ELITE
Player DNA
Five core dimensions that define a player's style and strengths
Dribbling 63
Shooting 5
Defense 77
Workrate 85
Passing 41
Key Strength 85 Workrate
Area to Watch 5 Shooting
Match Stats
Game-by-game performance for Wesley Tidjan Fofana including goals, assists, and ratings
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 31, 2026 | Chelsea 3-2 West Ham | 55' | 7.6 | - | 1 | 100 |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Napoli 2-3 Chelsea | 90' | 6.5 | - | 0 | 91 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Crystal Palace 1-3 Chelsea | 25' | 6.3 | - | - | 83 |
| Jan 21, 2026 | Chelsea 1-0 Pafos | 92' | 7.9 | - | - | 39 |
| Jan 17, 2026 | Chelsea 2-0 Brentford | 37' | 6.6 | - | - | 47 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Fulham 2-1 Chelsea | ' | - | - | - | 71 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Chelsea 2-2 Bournemouth | 95' | 8.2 | - | - | 83 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa | ' | - | - | - | 90 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Newcastle 2-2 Chelsea | 95' | 6.2 | - | - | 79 |
| Dec 13, 2025 | Chelsea 2-0 Everton | 92' | 7.2 | - | - | 39 |
| Dec 09, 2025 | Atalanta 2-1 Chelsea | 31' | 6.6 | - | 0 | 59 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | Bournemouth 0-0 Chelsea | 93' | 7.7 | - | - | 27 |
| Nov 30, 2025 | Chelsea 1-1 Arsenal | 94' | 6.9 | - | - | 76 |
| Nov 25, 2025 | Chelsea 3-0 Barcelona | 90' | 6.3 | - | 0 | 80 |
| Nov 08, 2025 | Chelsea 3-0 Wolves | 90' | 7.2 | - | 0 | 42 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 07, 2026 | Wolves vs Chelsea | 61 |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Chelsea vs Leeds | 41 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Chelsea vs Burnley | 64 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Arsenal vs Chelsea | 82 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Chelsea | 64 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Chelsea vs Newcastle | 57 |
| Mar 21, 2026 | Everton vs Chelsea | 62 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Chelsea vs Manchester City | 66 |
| Apr 18, 2026 | Chelsea vs Manchester United | 61 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Brighton vs Chelsea | 74 |
Player Market Value
Track Wesley Tidjan Fofana's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €25.0M
Peak Value €65.0M (Q3'22)
€65.0M €32.5M €0
Q4'19 Q1'20 Q2'20 Q3'20 Q4'20 Q4'20 Q1'21 Q2'21 Q4'21 Q2'22 Q3'22 Q4'22 Q2'23 Q4'23 Q4'23 Q2'24 Q4'24 Q1'25 Q2'25
Wesley Fofana is Chelsea's silver Engine, a versatile defender who has become a cornerstone of the backline. With 12 career trophies including the FA Cup and UEFA Conference League, the 26-year-old Marseille-born center-back brings a winner's pedigree to the club as he continues to establish himself as a premier defensive talent.
Operating as a hybrid between a defensive wall and a high-coverage Engine, Fofana is currently hitting top form. His 13 appearances this season are backed by an elite Intensity rating, reflected in his strongest pentagon dimension: workrate. With 853 minutes played and one assist to his name, he is on an upward trajectory, boasting a perfect 100 form rating that far exceeds his baseline ability. His defensive output is solidified by his Interceptor and Shield badges, proving his Balance in both tactical anticipation and physical duels on the pitch.
With a market value of €25M and a stable trend, Fofana remains a high-value asset in the London side's long-term project. His Stakes remain high as he enters his prime years, looking to maintain this elite level of performance through the remainder of the campaign.