Chelsea Transfers

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fuck

madness that we chose Tosin on a free over Hermoso on a free!!!!!

 

 

Edited September 2 by Vesper

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mind-boggling how shite so much of our recruitment process is

does my head in like a sledgehammer

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I really want to know why the scouts/board thought pulling a FULHAM reject was a great move

[TheHulk 1,820]

Al Nassr have a lot of arrogance in them only wanting Angelo, get Washington, Fofana and a couple more you frauds.

[TheHulk 1,820]

20 minutes ago, Vesper said:

I really want to know why the scouts/board thought pulling a FULHAM reject was a great move

Simple, they wanna flip him for profit next summer. I'd be amazed if he is still here next season.

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50 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

Simple, they wanna flip him for profit next summer. I'd be amazed if he is still here next season.

Fair point.

My dog have we become mercenary.

🤑

Still, Hermoso would have been a great free addition, a steadying influence for the youngsters.

[TheHulk 1,820]

Dirty little cunt, didn't want a loan now has no problem. We dodged a massive bullet with this fucker.

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5 minutes ago, TheHulk said:

Dirty little cunt, didn't want a loan now has no problem. We dodged a massive bullet with this fucker.

I hope he gets turked by a syphilitic bear

[IMissEden 16]

😈7m profit 😈a career relatively derailed for now 😈😈😈😈we are elite 

Alex Goldberg impression 

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13 minutes ago, IMissEden said:

😈7m profit 😈a career relatively derailed for now 😈😈😈😈we are elite 

Alex Goldberg impression 

 

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From earlier today

 

https://www.thechelseachronicle.com/news/cristiano-ronaldos-club-are-close-to-signing-Chelsea-player-the-blues-want-33m/

 

snip

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Santos is balling out

Chelsea player out on loan makes Team of The Week with strong rating

https://Chelsea.news/2024/09/image-Chelsea-player-out-on-loan-makes-team-of-the-week-with-strong-rating/

 

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 João Rêgo

Chelsea Already Eyeing Move for Benfica Star Just Days After Transfer Window Shuts

https://eplindex.com/119297/report-Chelsea-already-eyeing-move-for-benfica-star-just-days-after-transfer-window-shuts.html

Chelsea’s ambitious approach to the transfer market shows no signs of slowing down, as they now set their sights on Benfica’s emerging talent, Joao Rego. According to credible reports from Record.pt, the London club’s interest in the 19-year-old has peaked following his impressive performances for Benfica’s B team.

Tracking Rising Stars

Joao Rego, with only two senior appearances for Benfica, has nonetheless made significant strides with the club’s B team. As a versatile player who can operate as an attacking midfielder or a left winger, Rego has played 28 times for the B team, scoring two goals and providing three assists. This budding talent has caught the eye of several top European clubs, but it is Chelsea who are making “constant observations and collecting positive indicators,” about the young star’s potential.

Chelsea’s Youth-Driven Strategy

Under Todd Boehly’s ownership, Chelsea has committed to a strategy of investing in youth, having spent around €1.2 billion on players, predominantly those under 23. This strategy is exemplified by the acquisition of Enzo Fernandez, another former Benfica player, who joined Chelsea for a British record fee of €121 million. Fernandez’s arrival in January 2023 after a stellar World Cup performance highlights the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent capable of competing at the highest levels.

Rego’s Future Prospects

Despite the keen interest, Chelsea have yet to make a formal offer for Rego. The young star still has four years left on his contract with Benfica, who are expected to demand a hefty sum for his services. This situation presents a complex challenge for Chelsea, as they need to weigh the potential impact on their squad against the financial outlay required to secure such a promising player.

Benfica’s Stance on Transfers

Benfica, on their part, are accustomed to nurturing young talent and are unlikely to let Rego leave without a fight. The club’s track record of developing and then selling players at a premium has been a cornerstone of their strategy. As such, any negotiations for Rego are expected to be anything but straightforward.

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

As an intrigued Chelsea fan, the prospect of acquiring Joao Rego is an exciting one. His development at Benfica mirrors that of Enzo Fernandez before his successful transition to Stamford Bridge. The potential for Rego to make a similar impact in the Premier League cannot be underestimated. Given Chelsea’s clear intent to build a young, dynamic squad, adding a talent like Rego could significantly bolster their attacking options, especially on the left wing where creativity and flair are crucial.

However, the economic implications of such a transfer during a period of heavy investment are also a concern. Chelsea has already committed considerable resources to reshaping the squad under Boehly’s direction. Fans will hope that any move for Rego is not just a speculative addition but a calculated step towards strengthening the team’s competitiveness both domestically and in Europe.

This strategy of investing in youth has indeed rejuvenated the squad but has also raised expectations. As Chelsea continues to integrate young stars, the pressure will be on these players to perform. Therefore, while the excitement around Rego’s potential signing is justified, it comes with the hope that he will quickly adapt and thrive, contributing to Chelsea’s ambitions of achieving both immediate success and long-term growth.

 

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Should lock this thread and burn it to the ground. These rumours and actual transfer dealings are depressing as fuck.

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21 hours ago, manpe said:

If we are serious about his development (or upping his value), then loaning to Brazil makes no sense.

Chelsea have no plans to send their player to Brazil as they believe ‘it’s not favourable for his development’.

https://sportwitness.co.uk/Chelsea-deny-clubs-approach-for-blues-player-block-transfer-as-its-not-favourable/

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Exclusive: Chelsea 'Surprised' £100,000-a-Week Star Stayed This Summer

https://www.givemesport.com/Chelsea-transfer-news-surprised-carney-chukwuemeka-stayed-this-summer-stamford-bridge/

Chelsea are stunned that West Ham United target Carney Chukwuemeka has remained at Stamford Bridge as head coach Enzo Maresca and members of the hierarchy were certain that they would be able to offload him before the transfer window slammed shut last week, GIVEMESPORT sources have revealed.

Maresca has secured a significant boost following the closure of the transfer window, thanks to Nicolas Jackson agreeing a contract extension which will keep him at Chelsea until the summer of 2033, but he is now facing a dilemma over how to reintegrate the likes of Chukwuemeka into his plans.

Blues Stunned Chukwuemeka Did Not Depart

West Ham and Manchester United were among midfielder's suitors

 

Chelsea are surprised that Chukwuemeka is still among Maresca's options as they had a series of conversations with suitors over a potential switch prior to last Friday's 11pm cut-off point, according to GMS sources, but he is still facing an uncertain future in his current surroundings.

The Blues were open to sanctioning the midfielder's departure despite him still having four years remaining on his £100,000-per-week contract, which includes a £40million release clause, but none of his admirers were willing to meet the west Londoners' demands and wrap up a last-minute deal.

GMS sources have been informed that West Ham were one of the interested parties locked in discussions over Chukwuemeka during the final stages of the summer transfer window, having seen the likes of Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall leapfrog him in the Chelsea pecking order, but their advances came to nothing.

The 20-year-old's prospects of becoming one of the first names on the team sheet have been hindered by co-owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali turning to Maresca to succeed Mauricio Pochettino, with him failing to make a matchday squad since the new season got underway and his last outing coming on April 15.

West Ham were not the only Premier League rivals tempted to offer Chukwuemeka an escape route out of Stamford Bridge, as Manchester United also explored the possibility of finding an agreement at the eleventh hour, but he is at serious risk of falling by the wayside over the course of the coming months.

GMS sources have been told that Chukwuemeka embarking on a fresh challenge when the transfer window reopens at the turn of the year cannot be ruled out, with admirers potentially looking to take advantage and make a fresh move if he is forced to contend with limited game time before January.

Although Chelsea parted with £20million in order to land the seven-cap England under-20 international from Aston Villa in August 2022, his hopes of making his mark under Maresca appear to have been blocked, and he will be desperately attempting to force the Italian tactician into a swift U-turn by impressing during training sessions.

But being frozen out of the Blues' squad during the first half of the campaign could benefit Chukwuemeka if he is looking to move onto pastures new, instead of battling for a route into the capital club's future plans, as GMS sources have learned that interest will return during the early stages of 2025 if he is not handed first-team opportunities.

All statistics courtesy of FBref and Sofascore

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3 hours ago, Vesper said:

 João Rêgo

Chelsea Already Eyeing Move for Benfica Star Just Days After Transfer Window Shuts

https://eplindex.com/119297/report-Chelsea-already-eyeing-move-for-benfica-star-just-days-after-transfer-window-shuts.html

Chelsea’s ambitious approach to the transfer market shows no signs of slowing down, as they now set their sights on Benfica’s emerging talent, Joao Rego. According to credible reports from Record.pt, the London club’s interest in the 19-year-old has peaked following his impressive performances for Benfica’s B team.

Tracking Rising Stars

Joao Rego, with only two senior appearances for Benfica, has nonetheless made significant strides with the club’s B team. As a versatile player who can operate as an attacking midfielder or a left winger, Rego has played 28 times for the B team, scoring two goals and providing three assists. This budding talent has caught the eye of several top European clubs, but it is Chelsea who are making “constant observations and collecting positive indicators,” about the young star’s potential.

Chelsea’s Youth-Driven Strategy

Under Todd Boehly’s ownership, Chelsea has committed to a strategy of investing in youth, having spent around €1.2 billion on players, predominantly those under 23. This strategy is exemplified by the acquisition of Enzo Fernandez, another former Benfica player, who joined Chelsea for a British record fee of €121 million. Fernandez’s arrival in January 2023 after a stellar World Cup performance highlights the club’s commitment to nurturing young talent capable of competing at the highest levels.

Rego’s Future Prospects

Despite the keen interest, Chelsea have yet to make a formal offer for Rego. The young star still has four years left on his contract with Benfica, who are expected to demand a hefty sum for his services. This situation presents a complex challenge for Chelsea, as they need to weigh the potential impact on their squad against the financial outlay required to secure such a promising player.

Benfica’s Stance on Transfers

Benfica, on their part, are accustomed to nurturing young talent and are unlikely to let Rego leave without a fight. The club’s track record of developing and then selling players at a premium has been a cornerstone of their strategy. As such, any negotiations for Rego are expected to be anything but straightforward.

Our View – EPL Index Analysis

As an intrigued Chelsea fan, the prospect of acquiring Joao Rego is an exciting one. His development at Benfica mirrors that of Enzo Fernandez before his successful transition to Stamford Bridge. The potential for Rego to make a similar impact in the Premier League cannot be underestimated. Given Chelsea’s clear intent to build a young, dynamic squad, adding a talent like Rego could significantly bolster their attacking options, especially on the left wing where creativity and flair are crucial.

However, the economic implications of such a transfer during a period of heavy investment are also a concern. Chelsea has already committed considerable resources to reshaping the squad under Boehly’s direction. Fans will hope that any move for Rego is not just a speculative addition but a calculated step towards strengthening the team’s competitiveness both domestically and in Europe.

This strategy of investing in youth has indeed rejuvenated the squad but has also raised expectations. As Chelsea continues to integrate young stars, the pressure will be on these players to perform. Therefore, while the excitement around Rego’s potential signing is justified, it comes with the hope that he will quickly adapt and thrive, contributing to Chelsea’s ambitions of achieving both immediate success and long-term growth.

 

Chelsea scouts blown away by 19 y/o from the same academy as Joao Felix

https://www.footballfancast.com/Chelsea-news-scouts-blown-away-by-benfica-academy-star-joao-rego/

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Scratched out an extra 10k to play in turkey.  Congrats