Chelsea Transfers

[Pizy 18,942]

I’m at least slightly more relaxed about the CB situation since we’ve already got KK in. If we were still fumbling around like idiots chasing our first CB signing I’d be extremely worried right now.

[Mário César 1,280]

 

Im feeling a little bit more optimist than Raphinha deal

 

[MoroccanBlue 5,383]

 

[Last Sicarius 610]

Timo dropped some interesting interview. Maybe there is a chance he can leave? It would be massive great for us!
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11025915/Timo-Werner-drops-hint-future-lie-away-Chelsea.html

[ZAPHOD2319 4,819]

 

[Pizy 18,942]

Think the only feasible way Timo could go is on loan. And even then we’d probably have to pay some of his wages.

But with Lukaku and Broja going we’ll need someone other than Kai who is somewhat comfortable playing up top.

[Mário César 1,280]

7 minutes ago, Pizy said:

Think the only feasible way Timo could go is on loan. And even then we’d probably have to pay some of his wages.

But with Lukaku and Broja going we’ll need someone other than Kai who is somewhat comfortable playing up top.

well if we buy another player to play in wing, sell him would be nice! 

[ZAPHOD2319 4,819]

 

[Last Sicarius 610]

56 minutes ago, Pizy said:

Think the only feasible way Timo could go is on loan. And even then we’d probably have to pay some of his wages.

But with Lukaku and Broja going we’ll need someone other than Kai who is somewhat comfortable playing up top.

Sterling can do it. Werner with his record 6 goal in league season is a joke to rely on. Shame we lost Raphinha but we can save money by sign only one CB and try some 9/winger but i dont know who, Sane?

[chelsea_4_eva 1,182]

If there is real interest in Timo whether it be sale/loan, then we must tell Broja he has to stay.

Also feel that 1 CB is sufficient for us preferably Kounde as he can slot into RWB if needed.

 

[ZAPHOD2319 4,819]

The summer of rejection continues! If we pull in a few more top players, I can deal with it.

 

[Pizy 18,942]

13 minutes ago, ZAPHOD2319 said:

The summer of rejection continues! If we pull in a few more top players, I can deal with it.

 

If we can land Koundé this will be a blessing in disguise. Koulibaly is best on the left side.  Let Colwill be the backup for KK on the left.

Back 3 of Koundé, Silva, and Koulibaly is comfortably the best CB core in the league.

[Blues Forever 1,232]

 

[Blue Armour 4,448]

6 hours ago, Vesper said:

 Chelsea make their opening bid for PSG star Presnel Kimpembe

https://astamfordbridgetoofar.com/2022/07/Chelsea-have-made-their-first-bid-for-psg-ace-presnel-kimpembe/

Chelsea have made their first bid for PSG ace Presnel Kimpembe

Chelsea have made an offer of £42m to Paris Saint Germain for French defender Presnel Kimpembe.

To fill the void left by departures, Todd Boehly’s Blues, who recently acquired Kalidou Koulibaly, are searching for another centre-back. This will help them make up for the loss of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.

Koulibaly just arrived from Napoli, and Thomas Tuchel’s team also spent a further £50 million on Raheem Sterling from Manchester City. Despite their spending spree, The 2020–21 Champions League champions don’t seem to be finished just yet.

Kimpembe, who has spent his whole professional career at Paris-Saint Germain, has also emerged as a prominent contender to join the Premier League’s powerhouses. It is now believed that Chelsea have made a genuine move in the pursuit of a French defender by registering their first official bid of £42m for the 26-year-old.

At the centre of PSG’s backline, Kimpembe put up a number of strong defensive performances throughout the most recent season in Paris. In 41 appearances for the Parisian giants last season across all competitions, the France international notched two goals and one assist.

It’s commendable that the 26-year-old is a commanding presence at the back. Kimpembe has the timing to make a few good interceptions at the back with his tackles. When necessary, he doesn’t mind putting his foot through the ball because he typically reacts quickly to danger.

The talented French player can pass the ball efficiently and is at ease playing his way outside of his own half. He primarily plays as a central defender, but if his manager needs it, he can also play left-back.

This summer, Chelsea’s backline will benefit from having someone with Kimpembe’s skill set. He will defend Thomas Tuchel with a lot of bite and grit, as we may anticipate.

Kimpembe and Koulibaly might go on to become an outstanding defensive pairing at Stamford Bridge next season. The West London team may expect to get the most out of the French defensive ace, who is 26 and just entering his peak if they can find a way to get him to England during this off-season.

 

Definitely a signing pushed for Tuchel, when there seem to be more obvious or better alternatives out there. 

I know @Tomo has always talked about the dangers of giving managers too much leeway in the transfer window, but I hope this is one of those cases where we benefit.

His past connections with Kimpembe can hopefully get him to extract more from the player like say he did with Rudiger.

[Blue Armour 4,448]

5 hours ago, Last Sicarius said:

Timo dropped some interesting interview. Maybe there is a chance he can leave? It would be massive great for us!
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-11025915/Timo-Werner-drops-hint-future-lie-away-Chelsea.html

If we're not signing any striking reinforcements, then no, it's not great.

This is not the same as Lukaku. We will be short on attacking options during the course of the season., especially if Ziyech is also leaving.

[Blue Armour 4,448]

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2 hours ago, ZAPHOD2319 said:

The summer of rejection continues! If we pull in a few more top players, I can deal with it.

 

Screw Kimpembe, and screw PSG.

Go to Inter for Skriniar and stick a tongue out at PSG.

[DDA 9,941]

Get Kounde and wrap up the defensive charge. We are good if we get him... as it allows Colwill to play. 

Then go get Endrick Lemar and a poundland Striker.

[bigbluewillie 1,930]

17 hours ago, Pizy said:

Literally every other report from Spanish media is “he is getting closer to Chelsea” or “he’s getting close to Barca.”

They’re just guessing at this point.

Chelsea have already agreed personal terms with Jules Kounde and have now offered 55m euros (£46.7m) to Sevilla for the France defender, 23. (Marca - in Spanish)