Chelsea are amongst the clubs showing interest in highly rated young defender. The player is from Netherlands and the Blues are in talks with his current club.
Chelsea are set to have yet another big summer transfer window. They are likely to sign many big names. In contrast, many players will be seen leaving the club. This will help them to open up space, raise funds and comply with PSR.
Enzo Maresca will be backed by the board to sign some players of his choice. The Italian wants new faces in almost all parts of the pitch. But, the Blues are likely to focus on the backline as they identify it as a top priority this summer.
Chelsea in talks to sign young Dutch defender
The star in question here is Jorrel Hato who plays for Ajax. He is 19 years old and has been first-choice player for both Ajax and Netherlands national team. So far he has played 6 games for his country and 108 games for his club.
Chelsea are showing interest in Hato and Mike Verweij has reported that they are in talks with Ajax. The Blues view Hato as a key player as he fits in their hiring criteria. Firstly, he is only 19 years old and Chelsea have always shown admiration for young player. In addition, he is highly versatile and can play big role for any club.
Hato mainly plays as left-back but he can also play as centre-back. Chelsea have no backup for Marc Cucurella as Veiga is away on loan. The Portugese will be sold permanently this summer and hence Hato can be his perfect replacement.
Ajax will surely demand a hefty fee for the 19 year old. Chelsea are set to sell both Chalobah and Disasi this summer. Hence, they will not find it hard to spend big on the Dutch defender if Enzo Maresca gives the green light.
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