Chelsea picked up a vital win towards Leicester Metropolis in Sunday’s Premier League conflict between the 2 sides with Marc Cucurella’s purpose making certain that they continue to be on observe for qualification to the Champions League for subsequent season. It is a vital landmark for Enzo Maresca as it could equip him extra strongly to land his most popular targets in the course of the summer time.
The Blues’ boss appears to have appreciated a couple of gamers from Barcelona, specifically, with the membership stated to have been eager on signing Jules Kounde and Marc Casado in latest instances, whereas a suggestion for Fermin Lopez was additionally made. In accordance with Spanish supply Fichajes (h/t 90min), Barca midfielder Gavi is the most recent participant of curiosity to Chelsea, who’re lining up a £50 million bid for him.
Gavi dedicated to a contract extension till 2030 in Catalonia on the backend of final yr and is likely one of the membership’s most extremely regarded graduates from La Masia. He has been key to Hansi Flick’s plans this season, with sporting director Deco additionally labelling him as a ‘particular’ expertise who personified Barcelona’s attributes within the build-up to his contract renewal.
Barca unlikely to let Gavi go
Gavi could be a superb signing for Chelsea contemplating he can play within the central midfield position to fabulous impact. He’s good in carrying the ball ahead, particularly by way of tight areas and bodily challenges. It’s uncertain, nonetheless, whether or not Barcelona could be ready to let him go, particularly for a measly £50 million that the Londoners are planning to supply.
The Spanish worldwide’s contract extension till 2030, simply weeks after his robust restoration from a prolonged ACL damage, is a press release of intent from Barcelona in the direction of securing his long-term future with them. And provided that they’re already planning on eliminating Frenkie de Jong, the very best earner of their squad, it’s not like Gavi’s doable exit would assist their books a lot.
Although transfers for another Barcelona gamers, particularly Fermin Lopez and Jules Kounde, may very well be achievable, Chelsea could also be a bit overambitious in the event that they wish to land Gavi.
