Deal Day: 2 Players Worth £170M Arrive London To Complete Chelsea Medical
Thank you for reading this post, don't forget to subscribe!The long-drawn-out transfer saga involving Moises Caicedo appears to be nearing its conclusion, with Chelsea reportedly set to secure his services in a £115 million deal. With Caicedo’s move to Chelsea seemingly on the horizon, attention is now turning to the destination of Romeo Lavia, another highly sought-after midfielder who has been at the center of a tug of war between Liverpool and Chelsea in recent weeks.
According to journalist Sacha Tavolieri, who has closely followed and covered these transfers, Chelsea has emerged as the victor in the race to sign Lavia. Tavolieri reported via his X account that Lavia was indeed in London over the weekend, celebrating with friends. It now appears to be just a matter of time before Chelsea officially announces Lavia’s signing, with the fee expected to be around the £55 million that Southampton had initially requested.
The imminent announcement of Romeo Lavia, coupled with the acquisition of Caicedo, will push Chelsea’s summer spending beyond the £300 million mark for this window alone. Since Todd Boehly and his consortium took over, Chelsea’s spending has exceeded approximately £1 billion, with only around £300 million recouped in sales. This significant investment places increased pressure on the club to achieve success.
While some may question whether Chelsea truly needs both Lavia and Caicedo at this moment, it underscores the financial resources brought to the club by Boehly and his associates. Lavia is expected to be a valuable addition, given his youth and talent, which have attracted the interest of top clubs for an extended period.
The looming question for Chelsea now is whether there will be corresponding player sales. Players like Connor Gallagher and others may be wondering about their future with the club. This situation presents a challenging task for Chelsea manager Mauricio Pochettino to manage as he navigates a crowded midfield.
