Chelsea now prepared to sell £200,000-per-week star after Maresca decision
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Chelsea Ready to Offload High-Earner as Maresca Eyes Alternatives
Chelsea is set to approve the sale of a player earning £200,000 per week, with new manager Enzo Maresca favoring a different option in his position.
Potential Exits from Chelsea
Chelsea has already seen the departures of Thiago Silva, Hakim Ziyech, Lewis Hall, Omari Hutchinson, and Ian Maatsen. However, more players could be on their way out. Co-sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley have been busy in the transfer market, securing Tosin Adarabioyo, Marc Guiu, Omari Kellyman, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, and Brazilian wonderkid Estevao Willian, who will join next summer. These deals amount to approximately £105 million.
Balancing the Books
Since Clearlake’s takeover in 2022, Todd Boehly’s lavish spending has left Chelsea with a bloated squad. To balance the books, Chelsea is looking to offload certain players. Names like Romelu Lukaku, Armando Broja, Malang Sarr, Carney Chukwuemeka, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Trevoh Chalobah, Lesley Ugochukwu, Mykhailo Mudryk, and Conor Gallagher have all been mentioned as potential sales.
Transfer Talks and Speculations
AC Milan is reportedly in discussions with Chelsea over Lukaku and Chukwuemeka. Meanwhile, Conor Gallagher is attracting interest from Premier League rivals due to his contract situation. Speculations also surround Marc Cucurella and Ben Chilwell, who are competing for the left-back spot under Maresca. Some believe Cucurella is better suited for Maresca’s system, which could see him benefiting significantly from the new manager’s arrival.
Ben Chilwell’s Uncertain Future
Ben Chilwell, who had a tough season plagued by injuries, missed 23 Premier League games last season due to various issues. His injury struggles also cost him a place in Gareth Southgate’s squad for Euro 2024. TEAMtalk recently reported that Chelsea might be ready to sell Chilwell if a suitable offer comes in, as Maresca prefers Cucurella for the primary left-back position. Chilwell, who joined Chelsea from Leicester City for £45 million, has made 106 appearances and played a key role in Chelsea’s Champions League victory in 2021.
Conclusion
Chelsea is prepared to make significant changes under Enzo Maresca, including parting ways with high-earning players like Ben Chilwell. This strategy aims to streamline the squad, balance the finances, and make room for new talents that align with Maresca’s vision for the club.
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