Chelsea`s pursuit of a £50m-rated player described as a “pure difference-maker” has received a positive development. The player has reportedly informed his current club that he wishes to join Chelsea this summer.
Blues Looking to Bolster Attack Ahead of Club World Cup
With the revamped Club World Cup approaching and the transfer window open until June 10th, Chelsea are aiming to strengthen their attacking lineup before heading to the USA.
Enzo Maresca`s squad has already signed striker Liam Delap from Ipswich Town. However, recent reports suggest the club is still looking for another centre-forward, a winger, and a playmaker.
| Target | Current club | Position |
|---|---|---|
| Mohammed Kudus | West Ham United | Right-winger |
| Samu Omorodion | FC Porto | Striker |
| Fermin Lopez | Barcelona | Attacking midfield |
| Hugo Ekitike | Eintracht Frankfurt | Striker |
| Jamie Gittens | Borussia Dortmund | Left-winger |
Chelsea has increased their efforts to sign Gittens recently. A deal could be close, with reports indicating a new bid is expected soon.
If Chelsea makes an acceptable offer for the left-winger, reportedly valued at £50m, completing the transfer should be straightforward. The player has reportedly informed Dortmund of his desire to move to Stamford Bridge.
Dortmund is reportedly also willing to sell, indicating the move could happen soon. Although signing a left-winger is a priority for Chelsea before the Club World Cup, the June 10th deadline is not considered strict.
Gittens Could Be a `Pure Difference-Maker` for Chelsea
The English winger has consistently posed an attacking threat for Dortmund recently. Stats show he ranks in the top 1% for successful take-ons and the 85th percentile for non-penalty goals among European positional peers.
Furthermore, a football talent scout praised his standout performance against Club Brugge in the Champions League last September, calling the Dortmund player a “pure difference-maker.”
His performance last season, with 12 goals and 5 assists across all competitions, is notable for a 20-year-old London-born player. News of a potential deal moving closer is encouraging.
Given Chelsea`s decision not to permanently sign Jadon Sancho, adding a promising young left-winger this summer seems logical. The club will likely aim to complete the deal before the June 10th deadline, ahead of their Club World Cup opening match against Club Leon.
