Corinthians lodge bid for former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba

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Former Chelsea striker: Didier Drogba
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Standard Sport13 January 2017

Corinthians have made a bid to sign former Chelsea striker Didier Drogba, it has been reported in Brazil.

The 38-year-old is a free agent after leaving MLS side Montreal Impact in November.

Corinthians have struck a deal with several sponsors to help cover Drogba’s wages.

Marseille coach Rudi Garcia denied yesterday he wanted the striker, who played for the club before joining Chelsea.

Speaking recently about a potential move to Marseille, Dorgba said: “It can be done, just take the trouble and time to sit down and talk.

“But I’m not shouting from the rooftops that it will happen.”

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