Chelsea Transfers

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11 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

 

Fits the “Swiss army knife” profile of player that it’s reported Maresca wants. Think he is versatile enough to play all across the attacking positions.

But after the tournament he’s having and with such a low release clause I think there will be too much competition for him. 

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[Pizy 19,277]

18 minutes ago, ZAPHOD2319 said:

 

This journalist created and destroyed his own rumor within a fucking hour! 🤣🤣🤣

[Special Juan 28,759]

27 minutes ago, ZAPHOD2319 said:

 

Blokes more backward than Declan Rice

[TheHulk 2,645]

I don't understand why he keeps saying the same shit, I know he is on a payroll by Clownlake, what are they trying to achieve here by continuously briefing the same thing.

Edited July 10, 2024 by TheHulk

[Pizy 19,277]

12 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

I don't understand why he keeps saying the same shit, I know he is on a payroll by Clownlake, what are they trying to achieve here by continuously briefing the same thing.

My dream girlfriend is Sydney Sweeney. But I have as much of a chance at getting her as we do of getting Nico Williams.

[NikkiCFC 8,516]

I don't understand these high salary demands by Williams. He plays for Bilbao for peanuts. Enzo was World Cup winner and we agreed easily. Nico have no case to demand something crazy. 

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Just now, NikkiCFC said:

I don't understand these high salary demands by Williams. He plays for Bilbao for peanuts. Enzo was World Cup winner and we agreed easily. Nico have no case to demand something crazy. 

Those big demands are exactly because he already earns 200k at Bilbao.

[TheHulk 2,645]

One of the most embarassing shit I've ever heard. Fuck me, this guy is trash. Hope they keep the door closed and throw away the key.

Edited July 10, 2024 by TheHulk

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i dont think he plays for peanuts. the whole reason why bilbao is keeping their players is the wages.

[NikkiCFC 8,516]

2 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

Those big demands are exactly because he already earns 200k at Bilbao.

Wow, surprised by that. Thought he plays for 30k or something...

[TheHulk 2,645]

1 minute ago, NikkiCFC said:

Wow, surprised by that. Thought he plays for 30k or something...

No, something like 170k in English pound.

Edited July 10, 2024 by TheHulk

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TRANSFER UPDATE LIVE SHOW (replay from show that just ended)

Fabrizio Romano

https://www.playback.tv/replay/CUwwWagv

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1 hour ago, TheHulk said:

No something like 170k in English pound.

correct

[Thor 2,819]

Some people’s analysis of who a good player is boils down entirely to who is hyped and that they’ve heard of. 
 

Some players you don’t know about are still very good. 

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Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran has 'said yes' to a £40m move to West Ham United

https://www.givemesport.com/jhon-duran-green-light-west-ham-united-aston-villa/

Aston Villa striker Jhon Duran has given the green light to a move to West Ham United as he is attracted by the possibility of working under Julen Lopetegui, according to Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano, speaking exclusively to GIVEMESPORT.

Despite recent links with Chelsea, the 20-year-old Colombia international has emerged as a concrete option for West Ham in recent weeks.

The Hammers are keen to bolster their attacking options under newly-appointed boss Lopetegui after relying heavily on winger Jarrod Bowen’s stellar performances up front last season.

Anticipating a busy remainder of the summer, West Ham recently announced the signing of Wolves defender Max Kilman and show no signs of slowing down in the transfer window.

According to Romano, Duran has already ‘said yes’ to West Ham as he looks to leave Villa Park after a disappointing 18 months under Unai Emery.

GMS has previously reported that the 20-year-old is not seen as ‘a major part’ of Emery’s plans going forward, with the Villains happy to see him leave ahead of their Champions League debut.

The Birmingham outfit are seeking reinforcements in several areas across the pitch before their historic season and could entertain offers for Duran reaching around £40m, according to Romano.

Aston Villa Set Price for Duran

He is keen to work under Lopetegui

 

Romano, speaking to GMS, suggested that West Ham have ‘a concrete possibility’ to sign Duran this summer:

“For Jhon Duran, Aston Villa always wanted something around £40 million. So let's see if maybe with some add-ons, they can reach an agreement and get the deal done.

“The player already said yes to West Ham, he is attracted by the possibility of working under Julen Lopetegui. So for sure, Jhon Duran-West Ham is a concrete possibility.”

The Colombian striker, who joined Villa in January 2023 from Chicago Fire, has struggled for playing time under Emery, racking up just 462 minutes of Premier League football last season.

Superb Ollie Watkins’ form left Duran watching from the sidelines as he now looks to depart for a fresh start in England and could become West Ham’s starting striker in Lopetegui’s first season.

Last month, the 20-year-old was heavily linked with a move to Chelsea, but the Blues eventually advanced with signing promising forwards Omari Kellyman and Marc Guiu.

 

 

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https://www.football-espana.net/2024/07/08/we-have-the-money-to-sign-nico-williams-today-barcelona-president-joan-laporta

Barcelona President Joan Laporta has surprised many by declaring that they can afford to sign Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, who has been heavily linked to the club. Much of the reporting around the club states that the Blaugrana still need to complete several deals and sales in order to think about doing so.

During an interview with Catalunya Radio, Laporta was asked if as of today, Barcelona could afford to sign the 21-year-old from Athletic – he has a release clause of €58m. He was short and sweet with his answer.

“As of today, yes.”

“There will be good news in terms of the sporting side of things, we will announce things soon. We are working on the deals that Hansi has requested.”

Beforehand he had spoken of the improvement in the economic fortunes of the club, stating that they were working on several deals in the background that would ‘confirm the economic recovery of the club’, and that he hoped to be able to announce good news ‘very soon.’ Those operations would have Barcelona return to operating within their salary limit – “we will return to normal in terms of Fair Play shortly,” he added.

Laporta’s words, but also his relaxed and cheerful demeanour were a departure from the mood around the club over the last couple of months. During the short five-minute interview, it seemed he was intending on delivering good news. It would not be the first time that there has been misplaced optimism at Barcelona over the second Laporta mandate, most famously with Lionel Messi, but if he can back that up, then Barcelona’s fanbase will certainly be delighted.

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 Chelsea Have Not Presented Proposal for 'Next Level' Star

https://www.givemesport.com/Chelsea-havent-presented-jonathan-david-proposal-lille/

HIGHLIGHTS

• Chelsea are aiming for a top four finish, and they are targeting Jonathan David as a result.
• David's availability is for a lower fee, with Lille open to selling.
• Fitting David into Chelsea's attack may be challenging.

Chelsea fans will be hoping for more signings in the summer transfer window as they aim to capitalise upon their sixth-placed finish in the Premier League by going one better next season - and Fabrizio Romano has exclusively told GIVEMESPORT that they could be in the market for Jonathan David, who is available for a cut-price fee.

The Blues have been proactive throughout the Todd Boehly era, spending over £1billion on new players; and whilst their initial spending was not translated to results on the pitch, the last six months have seen the Stamford Bridge outfit begin to gel. Next season is huge, and as a result they could land David with Lille open to selling their star attacker with one season left on his deal.

David Has Suitors Across Europe

The Canadian has been consistent for Lille for years

 

David was touted with other Premier League clubs back in June, with Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester United and West Ham United all being touted with an interest for the Canadian international.

Lille have previously asked for a premium in the past but with the attacker in the final year of his contract and with teammate Leny Yoro likely to command a fee of at least £42million, there is less impetus on using David to garner a strong fee and as a result, any respectable fee could be taken.

Chelsea do have a plethora of attackers though, especially on the left wing where the likes of Raheem Sterling and Mykhailo Mudryk can play; whilst Cole Palmer and Noni Madueke make up the attack on the right flank, with a host of worldwide youngsters coming into the mix in years down the line such as Kendry Paez and Willian Estevao - and so it could be tough to see how David fits into their system.

 

Romano: €20m Could Be Enough to Land David

French teams are selling on the cheap this season

 

Speaking exclusively to GIVEMESPORT, Romano stated that whilst talks weren't undergoing for the Canadian, there is interest from clubs in England and Italy - with a fee as little as £16.8million potentially being enough to prise him from France. Romano said:

"For Jonathan David, there is interest from several clubs in England and in Italy. At the moment, there is still nothing advanced but Jonathan David will be one of the opportunities, because he's out of contract next summer at Lille, and not extending his contract.

"For sure, many clubs have asked for conditions of the deal, and I think from what I'm told, that something around €20-25million (£16.8m-£21m) could be enough to land the player.

"So there could be an opportunity. At the moment, Chelsea have not presented any proposal from what I'm told, so it's still early or all quiet around Chelsea and Jonathan David - apart from the interest they can have for the opportunity. For David at the moment, it's not a proper negotiation."

David Could Struggle to Breach Chelsea Starting XI

There are a plethora of young talents waiting to make their name

 

It's yet to be seen where David, described as being "next level" by former national team coach John Herdman, would fit in, though he could become first-choice on the left wing if Palmer is used in a more central position - meaning that Sterling could shoot over to the right.

Todd Boehly is massively overloading his squad for the future, with Sterling - at just 29 - being one of the oldest players in the squad, and that could put David in a grey area if he joins with a lack of immense experience but also without real youth on his side.

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our 5 oldest players atm (the 3 oldest surely will leave soon, Bettinelli is no longer needed at all, IMHO, plus STERLING HAS TO GO!, his £325-350K PW salary is killing us)

none of them are vital, as Chilwell simply cannot be counted on to remain healthy as far as I have seen

all are on massive wages, save Bettinelli

the other 4 are on around a million quid a week combined!

madness

[Thor 2,819]

David is good enough to be a backup. 
 

Also I don’t think Williams is anywhere near as good as this forum is making him out to be. No where near a sure fire star. Looks very loose and untidy on the ball a lot of the time.