Chelsea are expected to be quiet on the transfer front during the January transfer window, but there are a couple of opportunities arising.
Liam Rosenior has taken charge of Chelsea at a time when Enzo Maresca has left him a pretty healthy-looking squad.
There are perhaps just two signings that could be required in January, and those are a central defender and a central midfielder to bolster things.
However, as mentioned, it’s opportunities that Chelsea are looking to react to, rather than actively seeking signings like they would in the summer months.
This may not please many Chelsea supporters, but with FFP and Rosenior just coming into these surroundings and getting to know the players, it is the sensible move.
If Chelsea only make one signing in January, who should it be?👀
Vinicius Jr. is off the table…
Vinicius Jr. hasn't had talks with Chelsea
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Chelsea target Lucas Paqueta wants out of West Ham
West Ham United find themselves in a relegation battle right now after a disappointing time of things under Nuno Espirito Santo.
The thought of relegation naturally comes with the risk of losing your key players, and that is no different with Lucas Paqueta.
Chelsea have been credited with a fresh interest in signing Paqueta, either this month or in the summer months, which comes as no surprise given his quality.
And TalkSPORT claims that West Ham chiefs are concerned that the midfielder could go on strike in the hope of forcing through an exit.
However, it is stated that he prefers a move back to Brazil.
DECISION TIME: If Liam Rosenior gets to pick one midfielder signing this month, who should it be?💰
Have we missed anyone…
Chelsea midfielder targets
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Chelsea’s midfielder signing may have to wait
Just looking at the calibre of players that Chelsea want to sign in the midfield position, it’s unlikely that any of those deals will be sanctioned.
Michael Carrick has just taken charge of Man United alongside Steve Holland, so he’ll want to assess his squad, which puts any potential Kobbie Mainoo loan or permanent deal in doubt.
Meanwhile, Elliot Anderson and Lucas Paqueta will attract significant fees given the position of their clubs and the importance they hold.
Ruben Neves could be the slight outsider, with rumours that he could return to the Premier League for as little as £20m as he looks for his way out of Saudi.
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