Chelsea has reportedly opened talks to sign Dusan Vlahovic from Juventus, shifting focus away from younger names like Kenan Yildiz. The Serbian is now a more immediate, proven option to strengthen their attacking line.
Vlahovic, 25, carries a reputation built in Serie A and Italy. Though he hasn’t yet hit the sky after his big move to Juventus, he still commands respect and offers Chelsea something more reliable than unproven youth.
Why Chelsea Are Pushing for Vlahović
Chelsea lacks a consistent goal threat up front. Their current options—João Pedro, Marc Guiu, and Tyrique George—haven’t delivered reliably. With Vlahovic, Chelsea would gain a presence in the box, strength in hold-up play, and a forward who can finish chances under pressure.
Moreover, with Christopher Nkunku’s future unclear and Nicolas Jackson’s form inconsistent, Chelsea risk entering critical stretches without a dependable number nine. Thus, signing Vlahovic would stabilize that weak link.
Vlahović’s Situation at Juventus
At Juventus, Vlahovic finds himself in a precarious position. His contract expires in mid-2026, and Juventus has already urged him to accept a pay cut to stay. He refused. Talks for an extension broke down.
His game time has also diminished under coach Igor Tudor. Though he has scored early in the season (he remains among Juventus’ better scorers) he’s started only a few matches so far. That drop in starts suggests Juventus aren’t fully committed to him anymore. Sources say he instructed his agents to explore moves to Chelsea or Tottenham.
Juventus themselves seem open to parting ways, especially to ease their wage bill.
The Impact He’d Bring to Stamford Bridge
If Chelsea lands Vlahovic, they’d immediately upgrade their attacking thrust. He offers:
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Goal scoring on demand — able to convert in tight spaces inside the box.
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Physical presence — wins aerial duels, holds up play, draws defenders.
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Experience in a top league — he’s played big Serie A matches, knows pressure.
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Competition and depth — he challenges existing forwards to raise their standard.
He also adds an option for tactical flexibility: Chelsea could rotate between a mobile forward, a target man, or even dual strikers. The blend adds unpredictability for opponents.
As featured on Chelseanews.com
