Chelsea FC: Possible Targets for the Summer Transfer Window
Chelsea FC is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window as they aim to bounce back from their worst Premier League campaign since 1994. With a new manager in Mauricio Pochettino and a whopping £600 million spent on players since Todd Boehly’s arrival last year, the West Londoners are looking to make significant improvements next season. In this article, we examine some of the possible targets for Chelsea FC in the upcoming transfer window.
Kylian Mbappe
Paris Saint-Germain striker Kylian Mbappe would be a dream signing for Chelsea FC, instantly catapulting them back into title contention. Mbappe worked with Pochettino in France and recently shocked PSG by sending them a letter confirming that he has no intention of extending his contract beyond 2024. With the French champions reluctant to lose him for free next year, The Times reports that Chelsea FC will “register their interest,” although Real Madrid remains the favorites.
Moises Caicedo
Brighton midfielder Moises Caicedo is expected to be allowed to leave the Seagulls this summer after a £70 million move to Arsenal was blocked in January. With Arsenal prioritizing a move for Declan Rice, Chelsea FC could now swoop to sign the highly-rated midfielder. The addition of Caicedo, 21, would freshen up a Blues engine room that has gone stale in recent seasons.
Andre Onana
Chelsea FC is keen to recruit a top goalkeeper this summer following the struggles of Kepa Arrizabalaga and Edouard Mendy. Onana, 27, wowed for Inter Milan in the Champions League, and reports in Italy claim he has agreed terms with the Blues. However, an opening bid of £34m has been turned down by Inter, with Onana being contracted until 2027, putting the Serie A side in a strong bargaining position.
Romeo Lavia
Chelsea FC is reportedly eager to offer Romeo Lavia a Southampton escape route after the Saints were relegated to the Championship. Despite his side’s poor campaign, Lavia managed to impress at the heart of their midfield. Chelsea FC views the 19-year-old as a potential long-term successor to Saudi-bound N’Golo Kante.
Gabri Veiga
Pochettino and Co are reportedly monitoring 21-year-old Celta Vigo ace Gabri Veiga. The attacking midfielder shone for Celta last season, scoring 11 times and registering six assists. Veiga could help Chelsea FC with their creativity issues and is claimed to have a £34.4m release clause in his contract.
Clear-out at Chelsea FC
Chelsea FC is set for a huge clear-out this summer, with as many as 12 first-team players reportedly on the chopping block. First-team regulars N’Golo Kante, Mason Mount, Mateo Kovacic, and Kai Havertz are among the dozen players that could leave Chelsea FC this summer. While outcasts Christian Pulisic, Hakim Ziyech, and Edouard Mendy are also expected to leave. Homegrown starlets Conor Gallagher, Ian Maatsen, Callum Hudson-Odoi, and Nathan Baxter may also have to depart.
Conclusion
Chelsea FC is gearing up for a busy summer transfer window as they aim to return to the big time next season. With a new manager in Mauricio Pochettino and a clear-out of up to 12 first-team players, the Blues are looking to put their own stamp on the team. Possible targets for Chelsea FC in the upcoming transfer window include Kylian Mbappe, Moises Caicedo, Andre Onana, Romeo Lavia, and Gabri Veiga. It remains to be seen who will make the cut and join the ranks of Chelsea FC for the 2021-2022 season.