The Mirror reports that Willian Pacho is a target for Chelsea as the club strives to accommodate a more youthful squad by 2025. The 23-year-old Ecuadorian has made a big impression on PSG since joining Eintracht Frankfurt in the transfer window
The impressive form of Willian Pacho has caught Chelsea’s eye, only a few months into a five-year contract. Chelsea’s ambition is to increase competition in the squad and stay on top of English football for another decade.
Chelsea has been thriving under Enzo Maresca’s management. They now sit third in the Premier League after 13 games and have become renowned for their solid defence. He says Maresca has ruled out fighting for the league title this season.
He said the team can lead the domestic game for the next ten years. While the club has a strong defensive record, they are actively seeking a way to improve the back line, with Pacho rightfully being a surprise potential addition.
This season Chelsea’s consistency has been phenomenal. A well-organized defence has not conceded more than two goals in any of Maresca’s games in charge. While Chelsea’s defensive solidity is a big reason for their success.
They have earned headlines by attacking players like Cole Palmer and Nicolas Jackson. Wesley Fofana, Levi Colwill, Benoit Badiashile, Tosin Adarabioyo and Axel Disasi are their current centre-back options. Despite all of that depth, the club is still looking for potential upgrades.
Willian Pacho on Chelsea Wishlist
Willian Pacho has been making an immediate impact at PSG. Since his €45 million move from Eintracht Frankfurt. The former Eredivisie player has started 15 games in all competitions and fit in seamlessly with manager Luis Enrique’s system.
PSG sees Pacho as a key part of its plans to build a young, competitive team. Recently, the importance of retaining their key players has been stressed by Club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi. Who has also said the club has no intention of selling stars like Pacho.
But Chelsea are understood to believe they can coax PSG into selling by offering a huge fee. The London club has told Pacho that they are ready to make a bid of €60 million (£49.7 million). The fact PSG is financially stable. They don’t have to sell might suggest they need to be more proactive in the market than Chelsea’s interest suggests.
If Chelsea successfully signs Willian Pacho it could further cement their defence for years to come. Pacho’s physicality, composure and tactical intelligence mean he is one of the most promising defenders in Europe. Chelsea’s already strong pool of centre-backs takes adding him no doubt.
PSG to keep the defender
Essentially, Chelsea’s ambitious vision under Maresca is to build a team that can take charge of the Premier League for 10 years. This aligns with signing young, talented such as Pacho. His mere presence could also raise the bar on Chelsea defenders trying to match it.
PSG are not keen on selling as they believe Pacho can be their cornerstone for the future. If they can hang on to him. It could help their quest to reign over Ligue 1 and push ever harder at the Champions League elite.
Chelsea’s keenness to splash the cash on defensive reinforcements. From a financial perspective is very much in line with a club strategy of subscribing to elite talent. And this has worked before, with signings such as Wesley Fofana and Levi Colwill. Yet should PSG reject it. Chelsea might have to think outside of the box to secure the Ecuadorian defender (or have to offer more).
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There is no indication to negotiate and Willian Pacho is not going anywhere just yet. Any immediate departure, however, is extremely unlikely with PSG determined to build a successful youthful team. Meanwhile, Chelsea’s midfield is well-stocked. Their current success under Enzo Maresca means they don’t appear desperate for reinforcements at the back.
Visibly bold, Chelsea’s pursuit of Pacho is a move to plan for the future. As they simultaneously compete at the uppermost level in the game in the present. Whether or not this is an actual interest that finally turns into a formal bid. It is to be found in the next few months.
When Chelsea opts to look elsewhere. It is either way the potential transfer is a sign of ambition. For the club to stay a few steps ahead of a very competitive football world. Chelsea’s interest in Pacho could spark a similar rush across Europe. As teams line up to sign the next generation of football stars.
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