Chelsea He asked Premier League Competitors Aston Villa Regarding signing a player for them during the January transfer period, with the technical director Enzo Maresca Tell us what is needed to seal a mid-season deal.
Chelsea could sign a new striker this month if Christopher Nkunku departs
After losing Napoli star Victor Osimhen, who eventually completed a season-long loan move to Galatasaray, it was thought that a potential move for the west Londoners for a new striker would likely have to wait until the summer, rather than January.
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This is according to what was reported by a reliable journalist Simon PhillipsBut in a new development this week, the same source reported that this could change if Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku chooses to seriously pursue an exit before February 3.
The Frenchman is one of Maresca's top scorers in all competitions, making a serious impact off the bench and in the Europa League, but he is not a mainstay in Chelsea's 'first team' – having made just three starts. Premier League One of his 15 Premier League matches this season.
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Chelsea's next matches in the English Premier League |
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Bournemouth (home) |
January 14 |
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Wolverhampton Wanderers (home) |
January 20 |
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Man City (away) |
January 25 |
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West Ham (away) |
February 3 |
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Brighton (away) |
February 14 |
This appears to have 'frustrated' Nkunku behind the scenes, and although he is not quite set on a move at this stage, he is open to leaving Stamford Bridge in the winter (Simon Phillips).
Chelsea have been approached by a range of parties over the 26-year-old's availability, and if a transfer materialises, co-sporting directors Lawrence Stewart and Paul Winstanley will actively look for a replacement (Simon Phillips).
The versatile striker is currently in play £195,000 per week At Cobham, so Chelsea will cut a huge amount from their wage bill and save money on a player who Maresca uses sparingly in the Premier League.
In terms of who Chelsea could replace Nkunku, it is believed so Maresca is still very interested in signing Ipswich Town striker Liam Delapand the club are serious contenders to lure the England Under-21 international away from Portman.
Chelsea are approaching Aston Villa to sign John Doran in January
According to CaughtOffside this week, another potential replacement for Nkunku is the Aston Villa star John Doran.
The Colombian's 12 goals in all competitions make him a regular in Unai Emery's side, and he appears to have revamped his career in the Midlands after he was reported to be on the verge of leaving last summer.
It has been given a new brand £75,000 per week He signed a contract earlier this season for an excellent 24/25 term so far, with Chelsea officials taking note of the 21-year-old's exploits.
CO claims so Chelsea approached Villa about signing Duran in JanuaryTo measure potential deal terms. It is clear that Emery's side will not sell him for a penny less than £60m, and that would actually look like good value on paper given Duran's high potential, his young age and his return this season.
However, PSG appear to be considering a significant amount in the region of Villa's asking price, so Chelsea may have to make a decision.private“Striker very soon.