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  • Top 5 players Chelsea must sign this transfer window

    Top 5 players Chelsea must sign this transfer window

    With the transfer window set to close, various clubs are taking drastic steps to offload players and sign new players, here’s a look at 5 players Chelsea could sign to bolster Thomas Tuchel’s side as the summer transfer deadline approaches.

    Denzel Dumfries

    Since his debut for Inter Milan in 2021, Dumfries has made 35 league appearances for the Nerazzurri and has grown into one of the best full-backs in the Serie A.

    His performances at Inter have proven that his skill set fits into Tuchel’s 3-at-the-back system.

    His ability to make overlapping runs, his blistering pace, his strength, and aerial prowess make him a suitable candidate for a Chelsea move.

    According to reports, Inter Milan will only entertain offers within the range of £29m to £33m to facilitate the departure of the Dutch right-back, but by the looks of things, Chelsea may just budge and cough out a transfer fee in that range in a bid to bolster their right-back options for this season.

    Wesley Fofana

    Following his exemption from Leicester City’s match-day squad against Southampton on August 20, Fofana’s departure from Leicester appears imminent – in fact, as an explanation for his absence, Brendan Rogers reported that the young centre-back wasn’t in the right state of mind owing to bids from Chelsea.

    Chelsea has ramped up their interest in the French centre-back and has had two bids rejected by Leicester City. However, Leicester City maintains its stance and will only release Fofana if Chelsea meets their record fee price tag.

    While there are apprehensions as to whether the 21-year-old will be able to handle the pressure that comes with the price tag, he remains a top target for the London club.

    Fofana is a long-term plan for Chelsea, with Thiago Silva struggling with fitness due to age constraints, and can also slot in as a replacement for Cesar Azpilicueta at right-centre-back.

    Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang

    With Tuchel sitting at the helm of transfers, a reunion is on the cards for Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Thomas Tuchel. The 33-year-old striker was an integral peg in Thomas Tuchel’s Dortmund calvary.

    The former Arsenal captain star has a good record playing for Thomas Tuchel, scoring 56 times in 63 appearances under the German gaffer.

    Following the departure of Romelu Lukaku on loan and the consequential need for a striker, Chelsea has made inquiries about signing the Gabon star. Discussions between Chelsea and Barcelona have progressed, and the teams will soon reach an agreement to complete the transfer.

    Although enjoying a fine form at Barcelona, the arrival of Robert Lewandowski and registration issues might contribute to Aubameyang’s departure from Spain. The deal under discussion is estimated between £15m and £25m.

    Frenkie De Jong

    Since joining the Spanish giants in July 2019, Frenkie De Jong has become integral to Barcelona’s midfield.

    Following the incessant injuries and fitness struggles of Ngolo Kante and Mateo Kovacic, Chelsea has explored the possibility of signing Frenkie De Jong. This is in a bid to strengthen the midfield depth of the London side.

    Frenkie De Jong’s midfield proficiency and ability to beat the high press, create goal-scoring chances, and score goals give him an edge on Chelsea’s transfer list. His ability to also play different positions contributes to Chelsea’s interest in the Dutch international.

    Chelsea has agreed to meet Manchester United’s offer of a £72m fee to sign De Jong. However, he is owed £17m in deferred wages by Barcelona and will not agree to leave until he gets his pay. Barcelona wants him to stay, but only if he decides to take a significant pay cut.

    Wilfried Zaha

    Thomas Tuchel has faced numerous issues with his attackers at Chelsea since joining Chelsea in 2021. However, with the transfer window deadline ticking, signing a new attacker is imminent.

    Wilfried Zaha has 281 premier league appearances and has recorded 91 goal contributions in nine years for Palace. His dribbling, pace, strength, creativity, and goal-scoring abilities have made him one of the most reliable wingers in the premier league. He has also proven to be a big game player for Crystal palace, scoring twice for Crystal Palace against Aston Villa in their last game.

    Following the track record of Chelsea’s recent signing, Chelsea has focused on signing players that are premier league proven: Marc Cucurella and Raheem Sterling. However, Wilfried Zaha, who has been on the London outfit’s radar for a while, might become Chelsea’s latest addition.

    Although Crystal Palace boss Patrick Vieira stated that the Ivorian attacker is not up for sale, they will be unable to resist when the correct bid comes in.

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  • Chelsea ready to sell Christian Pulisic

    Chelsea ready to sell Christian Pulisic

    Chelsea attacker Christian Pulisic is set for crunch talks with the club manager Thomas Tuchel.

    Pulisic has attracted plenty of interest this summer from Manchester United, Newcastle, Atletico Madrid, and Juventus but is open to staying at Stamford Bridge on the condition that his playing time improves.

    ESPN says open to letting Pulisic depart, the west London club initially favoured a permanent transfer and would have preferred not to hand the USA star over to a traditional rival such as Manchester United.

    However, it is believed that Chelsea are now willing to listen to all offers and test the market should an internal agreement with Pulisic not be met.

    The 23-year-old has featured in both Premier League matches under Tuchel so far this season, although each appearance was off the substitutes bench.

    Pulisic is frustrated with the Blues manager for the manner in which he has handled his situation.

  • Tuchel, Conte sent off as Chelsea play draw against Tottenham

    Tuchel, Conte sent off as Chelsea play draw against Tottenham

    Harry Kane’s equaliser six minutes into stoppage time earned Tottenham a dramatic draw as a fiery London derby at Stamford Bridge ended in an angry confrontation between Thomas Tuchel and Antonio Conte that resulted in red cards for both managers.

    Tempers were running high throughout as Chelsea twice led before Kane’s glancing header seconds from the end gave Spurs a point.

    Chelsea dominated the first half and fully deserved the 19th minute lead they earned when their two summer signings combined, Kalidou Koulibaly flashing home a powerful volley from Marc Cucurella’s corner.

    Spurs struggled to make any sort of impression, Kane missing their best opportunity, but drew level after 68 minutes when Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg’s shot beat Edouard Mendy.

    Chelsea were furious that referee Anthony Taylor had failed to penalise Rodrigo Bentancur for a challenge on Kai Havertz, the ensuing melee leading to face-to-face fury between the two managers which ended with both Chelsea boss Tuchel and Spurs counterpart Conte receiving yellow cards.

    Once order had been restored, Chelsea were back in front as James scored from Raheem Sterling’s pass, the fired up Tuchel celebrating by sprinting past Conte along the touch in elation.

    Chelsea thought they had made it six points from two games until Kane headed in Ivan Perisic’s corner – the antipathy not ending there as a handshake between Tuchel and Conte developed into another bust-up between the pair which ended with them both getting their marching orders.

  • I don’t know if Todd Boehly sleeps – Tuchel

    I don’t know if Todd Boehly sleeps – Tuchel

    Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has hailed the work ethic of new owner Todd Boehly and his team.

    Boehly has just overseen the signing of Brighton fullback Marc Cucurella today.

    Tuchel said: “I would describe him as super hard-working and learning on the job.

    “Going into the transfer market as new owners is one of the toughest things you can do. I have nothing but the biggest respect for them. I don’t know when they sleep, maybe they never sleep.

    “But we have a very open, honest and direct line of communication and the transfers we’ve done speak for themselves.”

  • I can’t guarantee Chelsea will be ready for the season – Tuchel

    I can’t guarantee Chelsea will be ready for the season – Tuchel

    Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel admits his team isn’t good enough.

    Tuchel remains frustrated after their 4-0 humbling by Arsenal in the USA on the weekend.

    The German says his squad remains well short of players and can’t see things improving unless the personnel changes.

    Tuchel said: “I cannot guarantee we will be ready [for the start of the season] in two weeks.

    “It’s the same players so why should anything change? We will see hopefully development but at the moment we have the same issues because we have the same players.”

    The Athletic reports the Blues boss is targeting four more signings before the window shuts on September 1, and will allow his outcasts to go out on loan if permanent moves fail to materialise.

  • Players are trying to leave Chelsea – Tuchel fumes

    Players are trying to leave Chelsea – Tuchel fumes

    Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel concedes more of his players are pushing to leave.

    Tuchel were speaking in Florida after their 4-0 thrashing by Arsenal.

    He said, “My analysing of the season does not change because of this game. Unfortunately, it proved my point. The last week proves my point. I would absolutely prefer not to be right. I did everything to prove myself wrong but at the moment I feel that I was right.

    “I look at the last season and parts of the game where we struggled, parts of the season where we struggled, and then we got sanctioned and players left us and some players are trying to leave us, and this is where it is.

    “So we had an urgent appeal for quality players, a huge amount of quality players. We got two quality players but we are not competitive like this. Unfortunately you could see it today.”

  • Tuchel upset with Werner after comments about Chelsea exit

    Tuchel upset with Werner after comments about Chelsea exit

    Chelsea boss Thomas Tuchel has snapped back at Timo Werner after the striker’s suggestion he could be happy at another club.

    Speaking on Monday, Werner dropped a heavy hint that his future may lie away from the Blues, stating he could be happy elsewhere.

    On Wednesday night, Tuchel expressed his dismay at those comments from his forward.

    “I’m surprised, I would be very happy as a young guy having a contract at Chelsea football club. I would be one of the happiest people on the planet,” he said after Chelsea’s pre-season penalty shootout defeat at Charlotte.

    “He needs to get his game time. He has to show quality, take your place and defend your place.

    “I would be one of the happiest people on the planet having a contract with Chelsea. If he said this, I do not understand.”

    Werner missed the defeat by Charlotte due to a hamstring injury, but Tuchel insists he is part of his plans this upcoming season: “Sure, he is our player, sure.”

  • I gave his name to Todd straight away – Tuchel on Sterling signing

    I gave his name to Todd straight away – Tuchel on Sterling signing

    Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel says new owner Todd Boehly backed him in their pursuit of former Manchester City attacker Raheem Sterling.

    Tuchel was quick to pinpoint the City man who, with just a year left on his contract, was keen to secure regular first-team football.

    “I gave his name to Todd straight away,” he explains. “He’s horrible to play against, horrible. The main point is his intensity and the amount of repetition of intensity that he delivers. This is simply outstanding over the last years.

    “He caused huge trouble when he played against us and once you dig in deeper into his data and not only statistics in his goal involvements, it’s outstanding.

    “It’s exactly what we need to raise the level of our players. That’s why we are so sure and that’s why he was, for us, top of the list.”

  • Boehly, Tuchel discussing Chelsea bid for unhappy Ronaldo

    Boehly, Tuchel discussing Chelsea bid for unhappy Ronaldo

    Premier League side Chelsea are considering a bid for Manchester United star, Cristiano Ronaldo.

    It’s been claimed Ronaldo has made a transfer demand to United in recent days.

    The Sun says the board is determined to stand firm and refuse to sell – but the Portuguese star insists they should give the green light to any ‘acceptable’ bids.

    And that could see the five-time Ballon d’Or winner join rivals Chelsea, who finished third last season – and therefore can offer Champions League football.

    Blues manager Thomas Tuchel is on the hunt for a new striker following Romelu Lukaku’s season-long loan to Inter Milan.

    That leaves Timo Werner and Kai Havertz as the only players who can really play up front in the squad.

    New Chelsea owner Todd Boehly recently met with Ronaldo’s agent – Jorge Mendes – to discuss a host of topics, including a potential move for the sporting icon.

  • Transfer: New Chelsea owner, Boehly makes £200m available

    Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is making £200m available for summer signings.

    The Telegraph says Boehly has promised manager Thomas Tuchel six new players, with Champions League qualification the minimum target next season.

    Among the main targets are Matthijs de Ligt (Juventus), Jules Kounde (Sevilla) and Raheem Sterling (Manchester City), with Jonathan Clauss (Lyon), Ousmane Dembele (Barcelona), Richarlison (Everton) and Gabriel Jesus (Manchester City) also mooted.

    The report details that Tuchel has held transfer summits with the new owner as the Blues target success in the 2022-23 campaign.

    A source told The Telegraph: “The key is to basically work with Tuchel to come up with the best players that are available. We really want to make sure we have a good defence.

    “We’ve got depth in midfield. We’re not desperate for an out-and-out striker.

    “Fortunately, there’s reasonable opportunities in the market right now in order to satisfy the fans’ desire to be competitive. I think it’s a combination of moves and there’s five or six that we’re going to look to make.”