Reports suggest that Chelsea, a Premier League team, are planning to make a bid for Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic during the upcoming summer transfer window. Vlahovic. Who is an international player for Serbia,. Joined Juventus in January 2022 from Fiorentina in a deal worth €80 million. There were previous reports of interest from Arsenal regarding his signature at that time.
Despite Juventus’ dominance in winning nine out of the last 12 Serie A titles. They finished fourth in Vlahovic’s first season at the club in 2021/22. Moreover, their seventh-placed finish last season means they will not be participating in the Champions League in the upcoming campaign.
Dusan Vlahovic’s time at Juventus has not gone as anticipated. And his individual performance has been underwhelming as well. The Serbian striker has scored 23 goals in 63 appearances during his 18-month tenure at the club.
Chelsea and their expectations
In recent weeks, there have been rumors linking Vlahovic with Manchester United and Newcastle United. However, according to Fabrizio Romano, the interest from Newcastle United in the former Fiorentina player has been dismissed. Romano stated in his Caught Offside column that there is currently no concrete evidence to support the links between Vlahovic and Newcastle United. It remains uncertain whether Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe holds any appreciation for the Serbian striker at this point.
According to Spanish publication Fichajes, Juventus is aiming to generate funds from the sale of Dusan Vlahovic this summer. And Chelsea is reportedly preparing for an active transfer window with significant financial backing. The report suggests that Juventus is open to listening to offers for the 23-year-old striker. With Chelsea displaying the most interest thus far and being highly in regard within the Stamford Bridge hierarchy.
Chelsea is in expectation to offer around €80 million (£69 million) for Vlahovic, and the Premier League appears to be the likely destination for the Serbian forward. As the Blues possess the financial resources to assemble a formidable squad.
Additionally, it is in reports that Mauricio Pochettino’s side is well-in position to secure another attacking player, with Santos youngster Angelo Gabriel emerging as a target. The report states that Gabriel’s future seems to be pointing towards Chelsea, and the club is making preparations for his potential move to the Premier League in the summer. The plan would involve Chelsea purchasing the winger for €15 million and subsequently loaning him out to another club for the following season.
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