Chelsea in Race with Liverpool to Sign Celta Vigo Midfielder Gabri Veiga
Chelsea are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season and reports in Spain suggest that Mauricio Pochettino is pushing for the club to sign Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga. The Blues are reportedly in a race with Liverpool to sign the midfielder, with Pochettino personally contacting Veiga’s representatives to make Chelsea’s interest known.
Veiga’s Impressive Performances at Celta Vigo
Veiga was one of Celta Vigo’s standout performers last season, narrowly avoiding relegation from La Liga. The midfielder scored 11 goals and provided four assists in the campaign, and still has three years remaining on his contract with the Spanish club. His deal includes a €40m (£34.4m) buyout clause.
Chelsea’s Other Targets
Chelsea are also looking at other options to bolster their midfield, with Brighton’s Moises Caicedo one of their top targets. The Blues are also in talks with Villarreal to sign forward Nicolas Jackson, with personal terms already agreed and the club now weighing up whether to trigger his €35 million (£29.8m) release clause.
Departures from Chelsea’s Midfield
Several departures from Chelsea’s midfield are expected this summer, with Mateo Kovacic likely to join Manchester City, N’Golo Kante finalising his move to Saudi Pro League side Al-Ittihad and Manchester United continuing their bid to sign Mason Mount. Ruben Loftus-Cheek is also expected to depart.
Conclusion
Chelsea are looking to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season and reports in Spain suggest that Mauricio Pochettino is pushing for the club to sign Celta Vigo midfielder Gabri Veiga. The Blues are reportedly in a race with Liverpool to sign the midfielder, with Pochettino personally contacting Veiga’s representatives to make Chelsea’s interest known. Chelsea are also looking at other options to bolster their midfield, with Brighton’s Moises Caicedo one of their top targets and talks ongoing with Villarreal for Nicolas Jackson. Several departures from Chelsea’s midfield are expected this summer, making it an important period of recruitment for the club.