According to Football London, Chelsea are interested in signing a right-back to replace Reece James. After an impressive victory against West Ham United, the Blues are looking to extend their winning streak. Chelsea are finally gaining some positive momentum after winning two games in a row. However, this is a crucial time for Chelsea and Enzo Maresca with more difficult matches in the future. Chelsea are trying to stay competitive in the domestic and European competitions. However, with the injury list growing with every game, the Blues may spend some cash in the January transfer window.
The latest concern for Chelsea is the injury to Estevao Willian, a 17-year-old Brazilian winger who joined the club in the summer transfer window. Estevao made big waves in the football world as one of the best young players. The youngster has been a key player for Palmeiras this season, contributing to their title push in the Brasileirão. The Brazilian winger has scored nine goals and seven assists in 22 appearances. However, Estevao recently picked up a muscle injury during Palmeiras’ 5-0 win over Criciúma Esporte Clube. The youngster is expected to be out for four weeks. Chelsea are expecting the youngster to make a speedy recovery and continue to impress.
Conor Gallagher explains the Chelsea exit
Conor Gallagher’s transfer saga was one of the biggest talking points of the summer transfer window. Fans were not happy with the treatment Gallagher was getting in Chelsea. The English midfielder was heavily linked with a move to Spanish giants Atletico Madrid sometime before the transfer was finalized. Gallagher struggled to become an important player for Enzo Maresca’s squad for the upcoming season. The manager told the player was not included in Chelsea’s plans for the upcoming season. Moreover, it is reported that the club was forcing Gallagher for a transfer move.
The English midfielder was not allowed to train with the first team or use the training facility. After all this transfer drama, the English midfielder decided to sign for Atletico Madrid who are in the Champions League this season. Gallagher is enjoying life in Madrid after becoming a key player for Diego Simeone’s side. Moreover, Gallagher’s departure made space for Chelsea to sign more players like Pedro Neto, Joao Felix, and Jadon Sancho. This transfer turned out well for both parties involved. However, Chelsea will miss the versatility of a player like Conor Gallagher.
New targets in the Right-back position can cost a fortune for the Blues
Chelsea are ready to spend some big bucks in the upcoming transfer window to sign a World-class right-back. Former Chelsea captain Reece James is out due to injury and yet to feature in a Premier League game. Moreover, Chelsea lost the services of Malo Gusto who was doing a wonderful job in the defensive position. One of the big names in the transfer list for Chelsea is Jules Kounde. The French defender is having an impressive run under new manager Hansi Flick. Barcelona snatched Kounde from Chelsea two years ago.
Another option for Chelsea is Bayern Leverkusen’s right-back Jeremie Frimpong. The youngster has developed into one of the best right-backs in the world under Xabi Alonso. However, Chelsea will need to splash big cash in the transfer window to secure the services of Frimpong or Kounde. Both are players are important to their respective clubs and won’t go for cheap. Chelsea are building a squad for the future and have many exciting prospects in the club. The upcoming transfer window can give a good chance to the Blues to have a decent second-half of the season. Chelsea will try to secure Champions League football for the next season.
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