Chelsea We are now ready to make a move to sign a new defender Enzo Maresca As they look to strengthen their ranks in their endeavor Premier League Excellence, according to a new report.
Chelsea are expected to be busy in January
Currently second in the Premier League, Maresca's Chelsea are expected to be among the busiest teams in January. The Blues have been linked with a move for a new defender amid speculation they could be looking to sign Benfica Tomas Araujowhile they Admiration for Victor Osimhen He is also not thought to have diminished despite the formidable form of Nicholas Jackson.
However, much of the work done at Stamford Bridge during the January window is likely to be at the exits.
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It was Christopher Nkunku It is strongly associated with distancing From the club after struggling for minutes in the Premier League, although he continues to shine in cup competitions. Meanwhile, the midfield three Carne Chukwuemeka, Cesar Cassady, and Kiernan Dewsbury Hall They have all suffered the same fate, with the trio yet to make an impact on Maresca's Premier League squad.
In the case of Dewsbury Hall, a loan move is the most likely given his arrival just six months ago, while Chukwuemeka has also been urged to leave on loan by Maresca. Cassady has been linked with a return to Serie A in January, either on loan or permanently.
Another player who is almost certain to leave is Ben Chilwell, who failed to get out of west London over the summer but has not played a single minute since and is almost guaranteed to leave the club in January either on loan or permanently. Now, Chelsea could be eyeing an immediate promotion for the England international.
Chelsea are monitoring the French defender for Marisca
This is according to Boot Room, who claim this Chelsea are one of four clubs closely monitoring Milan defender Theo Hernandez Amid his contract crisis at San Siro. French £81,000 per week The deal expires in Italy in 2026, and Claim Milan Live “So far there has been no significant progress in renewing it,” which means that “everything points to the possibility of selling the left-back in the next transfer window.”
Although it is called “Special” defender. By AC Milan icon Paolo Maldini Hernandez could now leave on the cheap, and the report claims he has “fallen out with manager Paulo Fonseca” at Milan, making a departure increasingly likely.
To that end, Chelsea are constantly being informed about his situation, having been keen to sign the defender last year. His arrival could coincide with Chilwell's exit from Stamford Bridge, allowing Marisca to secure a replacement for impressive full-back Mark Cucurella for a fraction of the sum. Chilwell reported a wage of £200,000 per week.
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Theo Hernandez in the Italian League 24/25 |
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Appearances |
13 |
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Objectives |
2 |
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Helps |
2 |
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Yellow cards |
1 |
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Red cards |
1 |
The Blues will face competition in their target to sign the defender, with Arsenal, Manchester City and Bayern Munich all mentioned among potential suitors for the full-back if his availability becomes public knowledge.
Still only 27-years-old, Hernandez could be an impressive signing for any club who manage to lure him away from Milan, and Chelsea will be hoping to beat off competition for his signature.
