Southampton midfielder Roméo Lavia has caught the attention of Chelsea, with the Blues still considering him as a potential signing, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Lavia, who joined Southampton from Manchester City last year in a deal worth around £14m. He is highly regarded by Chelsea’s co-director of recruitment and talent, Joe Shields.
Roméo Lavia is famous for his ability to resist pressure and maintain possession in midfield. Described as a “press-resistant” player by The Athletic’s Jacob Tanswell and hailed as “absolutely incredible” by Sam Tighe. Lavia possesses qualities that would greatly benefit teams like Chelsea and Arsenal. His defensive contributions are notable, averaging 2.1 tackles per game, the second-highest in his former Southampton squad. Additionally, Lavia is fouled an average of 1.7 times per match. It demonstrates his ability to hold onto the ball effectively and force opponents to resort to illegal means to stop him.
Although Southampton acquired Lavia for £14m, recent reports suggest that they now value him at up to £50m. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea would be willing to meet such a price tag for a player whose former team suffered relegation. However, Lavia’s qualities and potential make him an enticing prospect for Mauricio Pochettino’s squad at Chelsea. If they decide to invest in his talents.
Chelsea consider Lavia as a Premier League Player
Lavia’s abilities and performances make him a player better suited for the Premier League than the Championship. His talent and potential warrant consideration from top-flight clubs, and his departure from Southampton seems imminent. The coming weeks will shed more light on Lavia’s future destination. And which club will secure his services in the highly competitive transfer market.
As the summer transfer window progresses, fans eagerly anticipate the outcome of the race for Roméo Lavia. Whether he joins Chelsea, Arsenal, or another club, Lavia’s skills and “press-resistant” qualities are certain to make a significant impact on the English football scene.
