Chelsea are desperate to sign some new defenders. They have looked a little weak in the back. Enzo Maresca is keen to change it this summer. The Blues have 5 names on their radar.
Chelsea have successfully confirmed their spot in Champions League. In addition, they have won Conference League. Hence, the board is very happy with Enzo Maresca. The Italian is now being backed in the transfer market.
Chelsea are keen to improve their defence. They have failed to stay consistent in the back. As a result, this has costed them on multiple occasions. As of now, all Disasi, Chalobah, Veiga, Badiashile and Fofana find themselves on exit list.
Chelsea have 5 defenders on their radar
The Blues are set to sign some top defenders this summer. But, they will only make moves for specific players. They want young players which has been their top priority. Now, Chelsea insider has named 5 defenders who he believes are on summer wishlist.
“Plenty of names on club’s radar. Hato is one of them, yes, but also the likes of Murillo, Jarrad Branthwaite, Marc Guehi and Tomas Araujo” – Bobby Vincent told Football London.
Hato is 19 year old Dutch player who can play as both centre-back and left-back. The Blues view this attribute as a key asset. He plays for Ajax who are willing to sell him for €50 million. On the other hand, Murillo is 22 year old Brazilian defender who plays for Nottingham Forest. The Blues tried to sign him in January but failed.
Jarrad Branthwaite is another 22 year old defender. Firstly, he is from England and plays for Everton. He has been on the radar of multiple english clubs. But, the Toffees are demanding around £80 million to part ways with him.
Marc Guehi is 24 year old defender who is captain of Crystal Palace. He will be out of contract next summer due to which Chelsea can sign him on discount. The FA Cup winning captain came up through Chelsea’s academy.
Lastly, Tomas Araujo is 23 year old Portugese defender. He currently plays for Benfica. He has €80 million release clause in his current contract. Chelsea have made him their top target and they do have a very good relationship with Benfica.
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