While looking to adjust Enzo Maresca The side that still has its problems, Chelsea They have reportedly set their sights on signing A.J Premier League A defender who is having an excellent season.
Chelsea transfer news
The Blues were brought back to reality by reigning champions Manchester City last time out, as Pep Guardiola's struggling side came from behind to put Chelsea's top-four aspirations in doubt. It was once again a game in which the London club struggled in the defensive third with another error from Robert Sanchez stealing all the wrong headlines for not the first time this season.
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However, the rest of the Blues' backline did not enjoy outstanding displays, with Erling Haaland passing Trevo Chalupa before the City star lobbed the ball to an out-of-position Sanchez, and the Norwegian then also beat Levi Colwell on his way to goal. Phil Foden sets up City's third and final goal of the afternoon.
Two avoidable goals to put City out of reach, Chelsea have been left to ask questions about their centre-back partnership and appear to have left their head turning to the transfer market for more options.
According to Fabrizio Romano, Chelsea are now looking to make a move to sign Dean Howesen Who is said to have a release clause in his current contract with Bournemouth. The defender has enjoyed an excellent first season in the Premier League following his departure from Juventus in the summer, and is now said to be highly regarded by the Stamford Bridge players.
Still only 19 years old, the Spaniard has been an inspiration to the Cherries side who have enjoyed the campaign under Andoni Airola so far.
The “perfect” Huijsen is destined to reach the top
With each passing week, Juventus' decision to release Heusen remains more and more bizarre. He is a young central defender who showed a lot of potential during his loan spell at Roma and could have flourished under Thiago Motta. But what was rubbish for Juventus has since become a treasure for Bournemouth and the Italian club's regret.
Now, Chelsea could take advantage when the summer arrives. If there were any concerns that he would struggle to fit in at a top club again too, those concerns should be kept in mind when he retains him. Blues target Alexander Isak Quiet in Bournemouth's stunning 4-1 win over Newcastle United earlier this month. Reducing Swedish in shape to Only one shot and 0.06 expected goal.
It has been described as a “complete package” by Football talent scout Jacek KuligHuijsen could quickly emerge as the latest young defender tasked with solving Chelsea's defensive problems.
When the summer transfer window arrives, the centre-back looks set to be one to keep an eye on alongside a number of other impressive Bournemouth stars.