Chelsea were very active yet again in another summer transfer window. The Blues made some top signings and have managed to build an interesting squad. Many players joined, but at the same time, many left the Stamford Bridge too. Nonetheless, the Blues still have more than 40 players in their ‘arsenal’. They are quite strong and able on paper. They also showed their capabilities in the 6-2 win against Wolves in the Premier League. But, they are far from being a top team. Servette still managed to beat them 2-1 in the UECL Play-offs Leg 2. Luckily, Enzo Maresca’s men made it through on aggregate. But, that only goes to show that they still have a long way to go.
Chelsea splurge big in the transfer window
As per bbc.com, the Blues went on to spend around £1.3 billion this summer. Their net spend was about £46.5 million. They also managed to get 2 deals done on the deadline day. Enzo Maresca signed Jadon Sancho from Man Utd on loan with an obligation to buy. Meanwhile, Raheem Sterling ended up joining Arsenal on loan. Chelsea sold 12 players and bought 10 in this summer transfer window. The numbers don’t seem bad when you look at them like that. But, they already had many players to begin with. Also, they mostly sold academy players.
Reviewing Chelsea’s business this summer
We, at footballexpress.in, believe that the Blues were a little cautious this summer. They were also focused on selling players instead of just buying, like they did last summer. But, at the same time, it was not a very smooth ride for them. They have a lot of players to deal with. And, also, their sale of Deivid Washington to Strasbourg raised many eyebrows. Chelsea owner Todd Boehly faces many laundering accusations from many fans for selling Washington to his other-owned club in the transfer window. So, overall, we rate the Blues 7.5/10 for their activities in the market. One can’t deny that they have still managed to build a good and a young squad on paper.
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