• Erling Haaland - Any club wishing to sign the prolific Norwegian is going to have to seriously test Borussia Dortmund's resolve to keep their man. The German club have left no ambiguity in their messages to would-be suitors that they are prepared to miss out on a huge transfer fee for Haaland, 20, in order to keep him at Signal Iduna Park for another season. Haaland, who is also wanted by a posse of Europe's top clubs, will be available for around £70 million next summer due to a release clause in his contract.
    Erling Haaland - Any club wishing to sign the prolific Norwegian is going to have to seriously test Borussia Dortmund's resolve to keep their man. The German club have left no ambiguity in their messages to would-be suitors that they are prepared to miss out on a huge transfer fee for Haaland, 20, in order to keep him at Signal Iduna Park for another season. Haaland, who is also wanted by a posse of Europe's top clubs, will be available for around £70 million next summer due to a release clause in his contract.
  • Romelu Lukaku - The Belgian's two years in Serie A has seen him transform into one of world football's premier No 9s. Lukaku spreaheaded Inter Milan's title surge last term and has already publicly indicated that he wishes to remain at San Siro to work under new head coach Simone Inzaghi. However, Inter's financial situation may force them to cash in on their star striker if Chelsea are prepared to meet the reported £100 million valuation.
    Romelu Lukaku - The Belgian's two years in Serie A has seen him transform into one of world football's premier No 9s. Lukaku spreaheaded Inter Milan's title surge last term and has already publicly indicated that he wishes to remain at San Siro to work under new head coach Simone Inzaghi. However, Inter's financial situation may force them to cash in on their star striker if Chelsea are prepared to meet the reported £100 million valuation.
  • Jules Kounde - the Frenchman is a wanted man, with Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester United and Barcelona all credited with an interest. Sevilla are thought to be willing to listen to bids of £50 million for the centre-back, who has made it clear he wants to leave Andalusia this summer.
    Jules Kounde - the Frenchman is a wanted man, with Chelsea, Tottenham, Manchester United and Barcelona all credited with an interest. Sevilla are thought to be willing to listen to bids of £50 million for the centre-back, who has made it clear he wants to leave Andalusia this summer.
  • Declan Rice - West Ham manager David Moyes is probably fielding more than phone calls than usual after Rice's exceptional performances for England at Euro 2020. The midfielder was the beating heart of a side that came up short in a shoot-out defeat to Italy. His combativeness will provide extra steel to Chelsea's engine room, allowing more creative players to flourish.
    Declan Rice - West Ham manager David Moyes is probably fielding more than phone calls than usual after Rice's exceptional performances for England at Euro 2020. The midfielder was the beating heart of a side that came up short in a shoot-out defeat to Italy. His combativeness will provide extra steel to Chelsea's engine room, allowing more creative players to flourish.
  • Federico Chiesa - It's fair to say Timo Werner's debut season at Stamford Bridge was underwhelming, despite being part of the squad that won the Champions League. Thomas Tuchel rarely used the German forward, perhaps suggesting Werner's time in West London may be shortlived. The Blues could do worse than try to tempt Chiesa out of Juventus' clutches. The deposed Italian champions have made clear Chiesa will spearhead their attack this term, so Chelsea may well offer a player-plus-cash deal.
    Federico Chiesa - It's fair to say Timo Werner's debut season at Stamford Bridge was underwhelming, despite being part of the squad that won the Champions League. Thomas Tuchel rarely used the German forward, perhaps suggesting Werner's time in West London may be shortlived. The Blues could do worse than try to tempt Chiesa out of Juventus' clutches. The deposed Italian champions have made clear Chiesa will spearhead their attack this term, so Chelsea may well offer a player-plus-cash deal.

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Lukaku, Rice, Chiesa - 5 players Chelsea should target

The Champions League title-holders hope to build on last season's success under Tuchel

Steve Luckings
Steve Luckings

July 19, 2021

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Chelsea manager Thomas Tuchel has set a pretty high bar after half-a-season in charge.

Sacked by Paris Saint-Germain on Christmas Eve, the German succeeded Frank Lampard in the Chelsea dugout on January 26, and what an appointment it has proved.

Tuchel led the team on a 14-game unbeaten run and guided them to an FA Cup and Champions League final - winning the latter - as well as a top-four Premier League finish.

The Chelsea manager met owner Roman Abramovich following the 1-0 win over Manchester City in Portugal that saw the Blues crowned champions of Europe for a second time.

And while we weren't privy to that conversation, Tuchel will have been well within his rights to discuss potential signings with the billionaire Russian.

High on that list will be a striker. Timo Werner has thus far failed to live up to his top billing while Olivier Giroud has joined AC Milan.

Tammy Abraham found game time hard to come by under Tuchel, and is the subject of interest from West Ham and Aston Villa, meaning there could potentially be two positions available up top.

Erling Haaland has been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge while former Chelsea striker Romelu Lukaku and Juventus forward Federico Chiesa are also options.

Above is a photo gallery of five potential Chelsea targets this summer.


Updated: July 19, 2021, 3:17 AM
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