Chelsea had a very quiet January transfer window. They made only 1 new signing – Mathis Amougou. On the other hand, they sent many players on loan out of which some may depart permanently in summer due to various reasons.
As for the incomings, the Blues have a very good squad depth. But, it will change in summer and the club will still need some new faces. They have already decided the positions where new signings are required in summer.
Which positions do Chelsea want to fill in summer?
Firstly, the Blues are very likely to sign a new centre-back. They will part ways with Axel Disasi and Trevoh Chalobah. In addition, Badiashile may also be the name on the chopping list. This make new centre back their top priority.
Chelsea made an offer to sign Murillo from Nottingham Forest this window. But, the offer was rejected by Forest who want to secure their place in UCL. This means, Murillo may be on their radar once again in summer.
In addition, the Blues also have Marc Guehi on their radar since a long time. They may step-up their process in summer as the defender will enter his final year of contract. Crystal Palace are said to make him available in the summer window.
The Blues may also sign some midfielders in summer. They have lost Casadei whereas Chukwuemeka is on loan but very likely to move away permanently in summer. In addition, Dewsbury-Hall may also leave which will open up space in middle of the pitch.
Lastly, Simon Johnson has reported Chelsea’s plans about final third. He said that the Blues are keen to sign a winger and a striker in summer. Earlier, they were showing interest in Garnacho whereas Jamie Gittens is also other option available.
As for the striker, Liam Delap has been on Chelsea’s radar since a long time. In addition, they are also keeping tabs on Sesko, Gyokeres and other big names.
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