Chelsea - Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
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Arsenal have reportedly emerged as unexpected contenders to sign Chelsea midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, who has struggled for form and game time since joining the Blues.
According toCaughtOffside, the Gunners are preparing a move to bring the 26-year-old to the Emirates in 2025, positioning themselves as frontrunners in the race for his signature amid interest from several other Premier League clubs.
Chelsea are said to be open to selling Dewsbury-Hall just a year after signing him from Leicester City in a £30 million deal. The midfielder had thrived under Enzo Maresca at Leicester last season, contributing 12 goals and 14 assists as the Foxes secured promotion back to the Premier League. However, his transition to Chelsea has been far from seamless, with limited opportunities in the first team.
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Dewsbury-Hall has primarily featured in the Europa Conference League and League Cup this season, struggling to break into Chelsea’s starting eleven. Reports suggest that the Blues are eager to recoup their investment by offloading him next year.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall
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Arsenal’s reported interest in Dewsbury-Hall comes as a surprise, especially considering the recent struggles of Raheem Sterling, who joined the Gunners on loan from Chelsea in August but has failed to make a significant impact. Sterling’s underwhelming performances have raised concerns about Arsenal’s willingness to take another gamble on a Chelsea player who is currently low on confidence.
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Nonetheless, Arsenal’s existing relationship with Chelsea, following the Sterling loan deal, could play a role in facilitating a potential move for Dewsbury-Hall.
Arsenal are not the only club keeping tabs on Dewsbury-Hall. Manchester United, Tottenham, Aston Villa, and Newcastle United are all reportedly monitoring the player’s situation, making the race for his signature highly competitive.
For Dewsbury-Hall, game time will be a priority as he seeks to reignite his career. Critics have warned the midfielder that he risks becoming the “next Danny Drinkwater” if he continues to languish on the bench at Chelsea. A move away from Stamford Bridge could provide the fresh start he needs.
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