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Corinthians starlet Breno Bidon has reportedly told the likes of Chelsea that he would like a move to European football at the end of the season, amid the many reports on the Daily Mirror that the Blues are very interested in a move.
Bidon, who came through the Corinthians academy and has quickly established himself as a first-team regular, has been linked with a transfer to Europe for several months. Arsenal have been credited with early interest — while ***CHELSEA***are understood to be preparing a bid of their own after identifying the player as a key target as their squad evolves.
According to recent coverage, the Corinthians midfielder “dreams” of playing in Europe — a sentiment he openly shared in comments to Brazilian media, where he also expressed a long-held ambition to compete in the UEFA Champions League. Corinthians reportedly declined approaches for his signature in the January window, but sources suggest that the club anticipates renewed and more serious negotiations once the summer transfer window opens.
He told TNT Sports Brazil: “It has been a dream since I was a kid – to play in Europe, to play in the Champions League, to play in a World Cup It has been a dream since I was young. I do have that desire. I do not know when the moment will come, but I do have that desire to play abroad.”
Bidon’s contract in Brazil runs until late 2029, and Corinthians are believed to be seeking a substantial fee for their homegrown talent, with figures in the €35m–€40m range being mooted as necessary to tempt the São Paulo giants into a sale.
Would he be ready for a big move?
The midfielder has already amassed more than 100 appearances for Corinthians in all competitions, showcasing impressive maturity and versatility in central midfield. Although yet to earn a senior Brazil cap, Bidon has featured for his country at under-20 level and was part of the squad that claimed the South American U-20 Championship, underlining his potential on the international stage.
Supporters point to his technical skill, vision, and experience in a competitive Brazilian Série A as evidence he can immediately contribute at a higher level, even if adaptation to the physical and tactical demands of the Premier League could take time.
CHELSEA TO GET BOWEN CHANCE
West Ham United could be forced into selling Chelsea target Jarrod Bowen this summer after the club revealed a shocking pre-tax loss of £104.2 million for the financial year, creating a cash shortfall that could trigger significant player departures.
West Ham’s board has warned shareholders that “mitigating actions” are required to ensure the club has the liquidity to meet its obligations, with cash receipts from further player trading the primary tool under consideration.
The report stresses that these sales are necessary even if the club avoids relegation from the Premier League, with a liquidity shortfall now forecast for summer 2026.
Central to the speculation is Bowen, the club’s captain and most valuable attacking asset. The England international, who has been one of West Ham’s most consistent performers with eight goals and several assists this season, has attracted interest from several top-flight clubs.
According to transfer reports, Jarrod Bowen is a summer target for CHELSEA and Liverpool as they look to bolster their attack after mixed league performances, while Tottenham Hotspur are also monitoring the situation. Fees of around €60 million have been touted as possible valuations for Bowen, whose long-term contract with West Ham runs until 2030.
His future could hinge not just on West Ham’s financial needs but also their fate in the league. The Hammers, currently 18th in the Premier League, sit only two points adrift of safety, meaning relegation to the Championship would further intensify the need for player sales to balance the books and comply with financial regulations.
While Bowen remains a talismanic figure for the club, sources suggest his stance on a potential exit is “very open,” with senior figures admitting his future could be influenced by West Ham’s results and broader transfer dynamics.
The potential sale of Bowen would mark a seismic moment for West Ham, underscoring the financial strain on clubs outside the Premier League’s elite and reshaping the Hammers’ squad ahead of a pivotal summer in east London.
CHELSEA READY TO SELL GARNACHO
Chelsea are prepared to listen to offers for winger Alejandro Garnacho in the upcoming summer transfer window, according to fresh reporting from Teamtalk.
Sources indicate that CHELSEA’s hierarchy no longer view Garnacho as essential to their long-term plans, with the player struggling to secure a consistent starting role since his arrival.
Despite his reputation as one of the Premier League’s most exciting young wingers, he has failed to translate flashes of ability into sustained impact in a Chelsea shirt.
Garnacho’s minutes have been limited due to tactical inconsistency, competition for places, and patchy form. While his pace and directness were expected to bring much-needed unpredictability to ***CHELSEA***’s attack, the coaching staff reportedly remain unconvinced by his decision-making, defensive contribution and overall reliability.
The club’s intent to listen to offers fits into their broader objective of balancing the wage bill and generating funds for key summer targets, particularly in central defence and the forward line.
With several attackers already competing for similar positions, Chelsea see an opportunity to cash in on a player who still holds considerable market value among European clubs.
Should we sell Garnacho in the summer?
There are times when the attacker looks worth the £40 million we spent to bring him to the club, but there are timed when we are left wondering what prompted the board to make such a shock decision.
He is tied down to a massive contract so he does not have to leave the club, but we would not be shocked to see him depart CHELSEA as he has not been that good and with all the players we are being linked with, he could fall even down the pecking order and could cause issues in the dressing room.
There is plenty of time to prove himself between now and the end of the season, but this is a rumour that could happen.
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