As Todd Boehly looks to end Chelsea’s Premier League mid-table misery, the American owner may be willing to spend more money in the January transfer window. The Blues have been blunt in attack at times this season and are now reportedly looking for a long-term solution to their problem.
Chelsea transfer rumors
Chelsea have been linked with a number of forward options this month, with Nicolas Jackson away on AFCON duty and Christopher Nkunku still struggling to stay fit. According to transfer rumours, Evan Ferguson of Brighton & Hove Albion is one of Chelsea’s targets, as the Blues may turn to The Amex for reinforcements for the third time in recent years.
Meanwhile, with Brentford’s future uncertain, Ivan Toney’s Chelsea links are unlikely to fade. Clubs will undoubtedly begin to circle for his signature upon his return, and the London giants are likely to be among them.
However, for the time being, their focus appears to be firmly fixed on a long-term solution. According to Sport via Football365, Chelsea executives have traveled to Brazil and are prepared to pay the €60 million (£51 million) release clause for Estevao Willian, potentially beating Barcelona to the 16-year-old’s signature. The teenager, compared to Lionel Messi and nicknamed Messinho as a result, may come at a high price, but Chelsea appear to be willing to pay it. If the Blues get this right, they could have a right winger ready to shine at Stamford Bridge for the next decade and beyond.
With commissions, the deal could cost as much as €75 million (£65 million) for a player who has yet to reach the age of 18.
