Malo Gusto is reportedly the next Chelsea player asking for a salary increase after Moises Caicedo put pen to paper on a new deal at Stamford Bridge.
With Reece James sidelined for significant portions of this season, Malo Gusto has amassed over 2,500 minutes across all competitions, proving to be one of the few constants in a fluctuating backline.
His output has been balanced, contributing two goals and four assists but the highlight for him has been his recovery, as one of the leaders in that stat in the Premier League.
Beyond the numbers, Gusto’s durability has become his most valuable trait. In a season defined by a high injury toll at Chelsea, he has remained available for nearly every big
And as the summer window approaches, it looks as if he wants to be compensated for his efforts.
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Malo Gusto asks Chelsea for more money
According to BBC Sport, Malo Gusto is after a salary increase at Chelsea.
The Chelsea full-back is contracted until 2030, earning around £45,000-per-week, but we have already seen Marc Cucurella get an extension this season.
Chelsea’s ability to finalise new contracts is heavily dictated by stringent Profit and Sustainability Rules and their current wage-to-turnover ratio.
The hierarchy must balance rewarding top performers like Malo Gusto with the financial necessity of clearing high earners off the books to maintain headroom for the 2026/27 transfer budget.
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