Eintracht Frankfurt striker agreed with surprise move to Chelsea
and on the brink of signing Dutch defender
Chelsea are prepared to fork out €200m to sign newer footballers and compete
for the league title as well as the UCL. While the priority is to sign new defenders and strikers,
the Blues are also looking to add a wide footballer. One of their premier options
Alonso could be ready for a move away from Chelsea amid interest from Barcelona.
Although the Blues have not particularly targeted a certain individual,
they are keeping tabs on Filip Kostic. Currently plying his trade for Eintracht Frankfurt,
Serbia international has been a revelation at the German club over the past couple of
years. Kostic has transformed himself into one of the most dangerous wide footballers in Europe,
thanks to his ability to whip in crosses into the box. Filip also brings a lot
of energy and experience to the table, making him a shrewd option for the Blues.
With Alonso ready to leave the London club, the 29-year-old attacker could prove to be a wise
investment for Chelsea as the German manager looks to add competition for Chilwell ahead of
the new campaign. The Serbian attacker has enjoyed immense success in the Bundesliga.
But the Serbian could undoubtedly fancy putting his skills to the test
in the PL, where his crossing prowess could become even more effective. The Blues,
though, are keeping their options open by targeting other footballers in the market.
Chelsea are closing in on a move for their ex-centre-back Nathan Ake. The Man City defender
is keen on a comeback to the London club with talks progressing ‘well’ between the two teams.
The Dutch defender first moved to Chelsea in 2011 and progressed through the youth
ranks to make a first-team debut for them in the 2012/13 campaign. However,
the Netherlands international failed to cement a starting spot with Chelsea and was
sent on multiple loans before joining Bournemouth permanently in the 2017 summer transfer window.
The 27-year-old defender was highly impressive for the Cherries during his three-season stint
with the club. Man City moved for him in 2020 and sealed his signature in a £40m move. However,
Nathan has struggled to string a consistent run of games for Pep Guardiola’s men, playing only 40
games for them across two campaigns. Man City reportedly want £40m for Ake, and Chelsea,
desperate to bolster in the defence, are not expected to be bogged down by Man City’s demands.
Chelsea’s London rivals, Tottenham and West Ham United, are also
monitoring the Dutch centre-back’s situation. The Blues have lost both Rudiger and Christensen
on free transfers this summer, and adding reinforcement in the central defensive department
is their priority. Nathan, given his proven pedigree in the PL, has the potential to be
a solid signing. And, the former Bournemouth defender himself is keen on a return to Chelsea.