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Pochettino Seal of Approval: Blockbuster Signing Set to Make Waves”

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Mauricio Pochettino has granted Chelsea permission to make their first summer signing as they aim to rebuild after a disappointing season. The Blues, who are set to finish outside the top 10 for the first time since 1996. Have experienced managerial changes and a significant £600 million transfer expenditure.

With Pochettino likely to assume the managerial role, his primary task will involve trimming the squad. Which has become overcrowded. Additionally, addressing the goalkeeper position is a top priority. Both Kepa Arrizabalaga and Edouard Mendy have struggled to impress throughout the campaign. And it appears Pochettino has already authorized their replacement.

Inter Live reports that Mauricio Pochettino has granted Chelsea permission to pursue the signing of Inter Milan goalkeeper Andre Onana during the upcoming summer transfer window. Furthermore, there is a possibility that Chelsea could include midfielder Mateo Kovacic as part of the deal. If this were to occur, Kovacic would be returning to the San Siro. Where he previously played from 2013 to 2015.


Kovacic, whose contract runs until 2024, has been the subject of recent transfer speculation. With Manchester City being linked to the Croatian midfielder. However, there are reports suggesting that Kovacic would be open to returning to Inter Milan. Which his former club in Serie A.

According to the same source, Pochettino had attempted to propose a swap deal involving Edouard Mendy, Ruben Loftus-Cheek, and Trevoh Chalobah for Andre Onana, but these suggestions were ultimately unsuccessful.

Onana’s performances have played a pivotal role in Simone Inzaghi’s team. As he has surpassed the experienced Samir Handanovic to become Inter Milan’s new first-choice goalkeeper.

Why pochettino wants Onana?

In addition, Onana has played a vital role in Inter Milan’s journey to the Champions League final. Where they will face Manchester City.

Regardless of the potential transfer involving Onana, negotiations between Inter and Chelsea are to take place this summer due to the uncertainty surrounding Romelu Lukaku’s future beyond his loan spell. Lukaku, who joined Chelsea for a record fee of £97.5 million two years ago, struggled to meet expectations and subsequently returned to Inter Milan at the beginning of this season.

According to reports, Mauricio Pochettino has identified four potential summer signings for Chelsea as he prepares to take charge at Stamford Bridge. The Blues are strongly considering appointing the Argentine as the permanent successor to Graham Potter. Having identified him as their top candidate for the role.

Pochettino is in expectation to assume the managerial position at the end of the season. Replacing interim boss Frank Lampard. Additionally, he plans to bring his long-time assistant Jese Perez to join his coaching team.


According to the Daily Mail, Mauricio Pochettino has already started planning for the upcoming season. And is maintaining regular communication with Chelsea’s sporting directors, Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley. The club is expected to undergo a significant summer overhaul .With several players potentially leaving after substantial spending since Todd Boehly’s acquisition.

In these extensive and detailed discussions, Pochettino is to make his mark on the team and has identified a striker, midfielder, and goalkeeper as his key priorities for strengthening the squad.

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