Chelsea could be closing in on an interesting signing as they prepare to make a move for Matheus Franca, according to Fabrizio Romano on YouTube (via Chels_HQ)
Club insider Felix Johnston is reporting that the Blues see the player as “1st team” ready rather than another loan. According to Johnston, it is expected that the Brazilian teen will occupy a central role behind the striker and occasionally set out as a right winger.
Chelsea Move to Sign Matheus Franca
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A Bargain
Romano’s report indicates that an opening bid of just £17 million will be made for the 19-year-old. This is an absolute bargain based on the club’s reported appraisal of the forward as a first-team-ready player.
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The youngster could be part of a new look attack for Mauricio Pochettino’s side which has welcomed Nicolas Jackson and Christopher Nkunku in recent weeks. We’ve put together the below video to give you some idea of how Pochettino’s side could look next season:
Too Much Depth?
Johnston’s report is certain to raise the eyebrows of some Blues fans. The club is already overloaded with attacking talent including Noni Madueke, Raheem Sterling, Mykhailo Mudryk, Christian Pulisic, and the aforementioned newcomers. In addition, Johnston mentions that the club has registered interest in Rayan Cherki.
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It will be difficult for Franca to carve out much of a spot in the lineup with so many other attackers already at the disposal of the new head coach. That said, for a fee as low as £17 million it is a punt worth taking for a team with major issues that need to be addressed, namely a defensive midfielder to replace N’Golo Kante and another goalkeeper.
With more deals still to be done, this could be a solid piece of business from Todd Boehly and Co. when all is said and done.
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