Grant preparing for life without sharpshooter Drogba

AVRAM GRANT admits that all available options will be discussed as he prepares to replace the world’s most potent striker in January.

The Chelsea coach, preparing his side for tonight’s Carling Cup clash with Leicester at Stamford Bridge, knows he will have to overcome the loss of Ivorian forward Didier Drogba when he leaves for the African Nations Cup – either with a permanent or loan signing.

Midfielders Michael Essien and Mikel John Obi along with striker Salomon Kalou will also be heading off to Ghana for the competition in the new year but it is Drogba’s presence that threatens to hit Chelsea the hardest.