Chelsea are eyeing to sign 20-year-old English winger from Borussia Dortmund. The blues are willing to offer 80 million for the youngster, but Dortmund is holding back. Jamie Gittens left Man City’s academy to join Borussia Dortmund in 2022. He has established himself as a key winger in the squad. Gittens has scored 11 goals and provided 4 assists in 35 appearances this season. He is known for his pace, skill and his ability to score goals.
Chelsea are now interested in signing Gittens to strengthen their attack. Maresca is looking forward to sign a quality winger and Gittens is a top candidate for him. Chelsea also are hoping not to splash millions on this deal and are also looking for other alternate options too.
Why Chelsea need Gittens as their winger?
Chelsea are currently facing a lot of injuries and inconsistencies in their squad. Their injuries can be solved, but inconsistency has been the major story for Chelsea this season. The blues started very well this season under Maresca. Cole palmer, Nkunku, Madueke, Jadon Sancho all performing so well at the start the season, the blues were the favorites to the Premier League. But things didn’t last long as their key players were so inconsistent. Chelsea went from challenging the title to fighting for a spot in the top 4.
Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea on loan from Man United. Initially things were going very well for him as well the club. But later he failed to perform and now United doesn’t want to take him back and Chelsea doesn’t want to sign him. Another problem for Chelsea is with Mudryk. He is currently banned due to doping situation and his future is uncertain at the moment.
The blues need a new winger and Gittens would be an attractive prospect for Maresca’s side. Gittens talent and ability would make him a good prospect for Chelsea. Playing alongside Cole Palmer would provide a lethal attack for the side. He would have a significant impact on Maresca’s side. His fast-paced attack would also be more suitable for Chelsea’s attack.
Author’s View
Borussia Dortmund are known for producing young talents. Erling Haaland, Jude Bellingham, Jadon Sancho, Robert Lewandowski, Ousmane Dembele and many others were product of Dortmund. So, it will be pretty evident that they won’t settle for 80 million proposal and are already pushing for 100 million. He is a team player who is always willing to put in the extra effort. So, signings Gittens would solve their problem with the attack.
Playing in the premier league is totally difficult and very challenging. Playing top teams at highest level, it is a different pressure. Chelsea have invested more on youngsters and haven’t got the results they expected. Hence, they must spend wisely and also look for other opportunities. Gittens also stated that he is excited to play in the premier league. Fans would always hope that Jamie Gittens doesn’t turn out like another Jadon Sancho or Joao Felix.
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