Chelsea are eyeing a shrewd move for Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi, with the Argentine potentially available on a free transfer next summer, according to reports from Fichajes.
Blues Seeking Defensive Consistency
Despite impressive performances against Barcelona and Arsenal, Chelsea’s backline has lacked the consistency needed throughout the season. After missing out on Jeremy Jacquet to Liverpool in January, the club recalled Mamadou Sarr from Strasbourg, who impressed on his FA Cup debut against Hull City.
Now attention turns to summer reinforcements, and Senesi has emerged as Chelsea’s ‘primary target’ to strengthen Liam Rosenior’s defence.
Why Senesi Fits the Bill
The 28-year-old brings exactly what Chelsea need: experience and versatility. With over 100 Premier League appearances under his belt, the £19m-rated centre-back offers the leadership that’s been missing at Stamford Bridge.
His statistics are impressive. Senesi ranks third among European centre-backs for passes into the penalty area (77), sits behind only Alessandro Bastoni and Pierre Kalulu, and boasts a 77.3% pass completion rate. Perfect for Rosenior’s possession-based approach.
Defensively, the 6ft 4in Argentine has been dominant this season: 120 ground duels won, 54 aerial duels conquered, and 183 clearances made.
Competition Heating Up
Chelsea face stiff competition, with Everton, Crystal Palace, Brighton, Barcelona, and Juventus all monitoring the situation. After recent heavy spending, landing Senesi on a free represents smart business for the Blues.
The race is on—will Chelsea act quickly enough to secure their man?