Mauricio Pochettino identifies £130m-star player as primary target as Chelsea prepare to raid PSG
The most recent Keylor Navas, Jules Kounde, and Victor Osimhen transfer news and stories from the Blues.
On May 25, your Chelsea transfer roundup was published.
Navas glanced
Keylor Navas, a goalkeeper on loan with Nottingham Forest, is apparently a target for Chelsea. With only 12 months left on his contract, the 36-year-old goalkeeper’s future at Paris Saint-Germain at the end of the season is becoming more and more hazy.
According to the French outlet Foot Mercato, Navas has been shortlisted since the Blues are rumored to be looking for a new option between the posts. According to the article, Emi Martinez of Aston Villa has also been mentioned in connection with replacing Edouard Mendy and Kepa Arrizabalaga.
Forest are anticipated to seek a deal for Dean Henderson despite the Costa Rican’s stellar performances this season. The hiring of someone like Navas, who previously collaborated closely with the Argentine at PSG, might be a risk-free decision with Mauricio Pochettino almost certain to be named the new Chelsea manager.
Kounde news
Xavi has spoken out about Jules Kounde’s future in advance of the summer transfer window. Last summer, the 24-year-old defender was hotly tipped to join Chelsea, but he chose Barcelona.
Kounde is willing to leave Camp Nou, and the Blues are ready to reevaluate a deal for the Frenchman, according to the Spanish daily Sport. Despite widespread rumors regarding his future, Xavi refuted accusations that Kounde is dissatisfied with the club.
The Barcelona manager claimed, “I spoke with Koundé and I was clear with him. “I’m aware there are numerous accounts, but the player and I both felt relieved when the meeting ended. There aren’t any issues. There have been no glitches or problems with the communication.
‘Priority’ Osimhen
Victor Osimhen, a standout for Napoli, is Chelsea’s main priority this summer, claims Sky Germany. The Nigerian international’s season saw him score 28 goals throughout Serie A and the Champions League, earning him a £130 million price tag.
No matter the offer, Osimhen will not be leaving Napoli this summer, according to the club. Chelsea is reportedly unfazed by the Italian team’s obstinate position, though. It would be an expensive transfer following significant expenditures in the last two transfer windows, and the absence of Champions League football would also be a problem.