Chelsea Transfers

[Vesper 31,038]

3 hours ago, Thor said:

Excellent for us lol. 

No, not if we accept the Conference League, as then we are under the more strict UEFA FFP regime

[Strike 7,761]

5 hours ago, Thor said:

Alvarez for 50 mil. Shouldn’t pay more. Not a starter. Doesn’t lead the line. Great potential. 
 

I doubt that gets it done though. 

Agree with this. He's a good player but won't break the bank for him considering its clear we have to do some accounting gymnastics to make our signings. 

We have Nkunku who's a similar forward too. Would prioritise a leading #9

[Mário César 1,475]

 

[YorkshireBlue 3,341]

11 minutes ago, Mário César said:

 

"The rigours and challenges of always been injured in the premier league"

[Reddish-Blue 2,665]

6 hours ago, Strike said:

its clear we have to do some accounting gymnastics to make our signings. 

"accounting gymnastics" 😆

Essentially, if we don't sell our academy products for decent money, we're screwed (that's why I see Gallagher being sold as I don't think Chalobah or Broja will get that much in transfer fees). 

[Reddish-Blue 2,665]

33 minutes ago, YorkshireBlue said:

"The rigours and challenges of always been injured in the premier league"

Maybe James, Fofana and Lavia were getting bored and they want a new buddy in the treatment room. 

[bluesman2610 1,430]

10 hours ago, Blue Armour said:

Semantics. He came through Cobham is what I meant., and he's been with the club since 2008.

And that's BEFORE he even went to Arsenal after rejoining Chelsea. So in my view, definitely MORE of a Chelsea youth product instead of Arsenal.

And capitalizing on Chelsea youth is what this new administration is good at. While stockpiling youth from other clubs at fees disproportionate to their performances.

Again he spent 4 years with the club and was released - he then received a footballing education in his formative years with Arsenal 8 years as an Arsenal academy player where he earned his footballing education. If that is the case you can say he also came through at Charlton Athletic. 

[TheHulk 2,636]

 

[Fernando 6,723]

Please let it be true. 

The worst buy of all history is Lukaku and that happen with Roman and Tuchel. 

 

[Clockwork 1,794]

Anyone know why was Olise let go at Chelsea? The talent is remarkable. 

[Magic Lamps 11,692]

While transfer front seems quiet atm, just out of interest, what would you guys think of the following free agents:

CB: Hermoso, Varane or Matip

loads of CL experience, possible mentor role as the senior cbs in the squad, but somewhat washed up. Maybe good enough when managed and motivated correctly? 
 

ST: Memphis, Martial, Iheanacho or Chris wood 

PL proven, technical quality, still in their best years ish, reputation a bit patchy but maybe useful backups that add sth different to Jackson? 


 

 

Edited June 6, 2024 by Magic Lamps

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[MoroccanBlue 5,399]

1 hour ago, Clockwork said:

Anyone know why was Olise let go at Chelsea? The talent is remarkable. 

The midfielder joined Chelsea in 2009 and left in 2016, which Conlon described as 'mutual consent' between the two parties.

https://www.football.london/Chelsea-fc/transfer-news/michael-olises-Chelsea-exit-explained-29282792#:~:text=The midfielder joined Chelsea in,consent' between the two parties.

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[robsblubot 3,595]

5 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

 

Just get him. 😃
That tight control alone is worth the price tag. Will make the team much stronger in attack -- players form fluctuate a lot over a long season, and the lack of (quality) options is the main reason I think the squad is weak (... esp for the amount spent etc).

We will also need a midfield if Conor leaves. Midfield options look super green to me.

Edited June 6, 2024 by robsblubot

[Clockwork 1,794]

10 minutes ago, MoroccanBlue said:

The midfielder joined Chelsea in 2009 and left in 2016, which Conlon described as 'mutual consent' between the two parties.

https://www.football.london/Chelsea-fc/transfer-news/michael-olises-Chelsea-exit-explained-29282792#:~:text=The midfielder joined Chelsea in,consent' between the two parties.

Seems like we may lose another big talent 

 

 

[Pizy 19,252]

30 minutes ago, Magic Lamps said:

While transfer front seems quiet atm, just out of interest, what would you guys think of the following free agents:

CB: Hermoso, Varane or Matip

loads of CL experience, possible mentor role as the senior cbs in the squad, but somewhat washed up. Maybe good enough when managed and motivated correctly? 
 

ST: Memphis, Martial, Iheanacho or Chris wood 

PL proven, technical quality, still in their best years ish, reputation a bit patchy but maybe useful backups that add sth different to Jackson? 


 

 

I’d say no instantly to everyone you’ve named here except for perhaps Varane. He’s 100% not washed just very injury prone. When fit he was still easily United’s best CB according to their supporters.

Still only 31 and free. If he was interested in remaining in the PL I’d probably have him on a short term deal. 

[robsblubot 3,595]

7 minutes ago, Pizy said:

I’d say no instantly to everyone you’ve named here except for perhaps Varane. He’s 100% not washed just very injury prone. When fit he was still easily United’s best CB according to their supporters.

Still only 31 and free. If he was interested in remaining in the PL I’d probably have him on a short term deal. 

agreed.
Seen good games from Matip, but he was very inconsistent at pool and is now 32.
We already have a CB who is never fit (Fofana) no need for another one (in Varane).

I'd like to emphasize the distinction between being available and being fit. Chilwell, for example, was somewhat available, but never fit (after a sequence).

Not familiar with Hermoso, but any CB from Atletico comes with a caveat: they usually play in a very low block.

Edited June 6, 2024 by robsblubot