Chelsea transfer news: The latest Blues news from the market with updates on Moises Caicedo, Neymar and N’Golo Kante.
Mauricio Pochettino has been open about Neymar in the past. (Image: Mike Ehrmann/Getty Images)
Your morning Chelsea transfer round-up on Friday, June 9.
‘New Ronaldinho’ chance
Chelsea have entered the race to sign Neymar this summer, according to reports, with Barcelona’s transfer struggles leaving the Blues open to a move for the Brazilian star.
After Xavi ruled out a move for his former teammate and also got the blow of seeing Lionel Messi decide upon a move to Inter Miami instead of returning to Catalonia, it could leave the path clear for Mauricio Pochettino.
The Argentine has previously managed the 31-year-old whilst in charge at Paris Saint-Germain and has compared him to fellow Brazil legend Ronaldinho. “Ronaldinho was my teammate when I was a PSG player and now Neymar,” he said. “They need to feel good, to feel happy to perform in the best way.”
Should PSG make a move for Bernardo Silva, who may also not be able to join Barcelona this summer after prior interest from Spain, then Chelsea may well be in the clear.
12 untouchables for Pochettino
Despite looking to move on as many as 15 first team stars this summer, Mauricio Pochettino still has a core of players to build his squad around.
The club have already made their determination to keep Levi Colwill at Stamford Bridge clear, rejecting two bids from Brighton for the talented Cobham graduate. He is just one of a dozen stars already available to the Argentine coach.
Enzo Fernandez joins him in midfield as one of the most impressive players since arriving in west London in January. He has been mooted as a potential future captain.
The front-line is less clear in this regard, however, with Hakim Ziyech, Christian Pulisic, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Kai Havertz all players that could see themselves leave the club.
Caicedo favourites
Chelsea are leading the race to sign Moises Caicedo this summer according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. The Ecuadorian international is also on the list of players courted by Arsenal heading into the window.
“Moisés Caicedo has not agreed personal terms with anyone; he is considering options, and Chelsea are 100% in the race,” he said. “While Arsenal’s interest remains alongside that of Manchester United. Chelsea is convinced he’s perfect for their ideas.
“I heard from sources that the price will be £70–80 million, not £100 million, because of a pact between Caicedo and De Zerbi. He wants a new opportunity, and Chelsea is leading the race.”
Soucre: football.london
