Trusted transportation journalist Fabrizio Romano Share transfer news from Stamford Bridge, such as Chelsea Chiefs are discussing signing a star player in January.
Explaining Chelsea's transfer plans for January
Enzo MarescaThe Kosovo outfit are believed to be prioritizing adding a new centre-back even before Wesley Fofana's long-term injury (Simon Phillips), but the Frenchman's absence only exacerbated their need for another option in this field.
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Benoit Badiashelli will also be out due to injury until 'at least February'leaving Maresca with Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwell, Renato Vega, Axel Disasi and new teenager Aaron Anselmino as central defensive options.
The latter arrived at Cobham recently after scoring A 15 million pounds sterling Summer signing to join them from Boca Juniors, where he has spent the last few months on loan. However, he is unlikely to move straight into the first team, with Maresca explaining that the Argentine needs time to adapt to his new surroundings.
“He's another talent, another good player.” He said Marisca upon Anselmino's arrival. “The most important thing now is for him to get here, adapt, find a home and settle in the right way.
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Chelsea's next matches in the English Premier League |
date |
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Bournemouth (home) |
January 14 |
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Wolverhampton Wanderers (home) |
January 20 |
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Man City (away) |
January 25 |
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West Ham (away) |
February 3 |
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Brighton (away) |
February 14 |
“Then we need to give him time because when you come from the other part of the world, you need to adapt. You need to see a new world, a new culture. We will definitely try to help him adapt as soon as possible.”
“At the moment, the plan is to keep him here to allow him to work with us, and then make the decision (on whether he can return on loan).”
as, Chelsea are actively looking for new centre-backs for JanuaryThey could also recall Trevo Chalupa from his loan spell at Crystal Palace, according to widespread media reports over the past 24 hours.
journalist Simon PhillipsHe says, via his Substack, that there are a number of high-profile defenders on their radar – including Tomas Araujo (Benfica), Antonio Silva (Benfica), Ousmane Diomandi (Sporting), Elia Zabarny (Bournemouth) and Dean Huysen (Bournemouth).
Another person who believes he is a real target is the former Palace star and Chelsea player Mark Guehiwith £50,000 per week The England international's contract expires 18 months ago.
Chelsea are internally discussing a January deal for Marc Guehi
Romano said Chelsea bosses are internally discussing a January deal for Guehiwhich won't be clear despite his contract status.
The 24-year-old has enjoyed a fantastic 2024, earning praise for his performances at Euro 2024 with England and establishing himself as one of the best players in the world. Premier LeagueThe best local midfielders.
He has continued to impress this season, starting all but one of Palace's 20 league games, and would be a massive loss for Oliver Glasner if Eagles boss Steve Parish opts to enjoy a winter deal.
It is also worth noting that Newcastle failed in a large number of offers to sign Guehi in the summer, one of which reached the highest level. 65 million pounds sterling.
