August 21st 2024.
Todd Boehly's leadership at Chelsea has been quite tumultuous so far. With less than two weeks left in the summer transfer window, the club is determined to make some significant moves before the deadline on August 30th. The Blues have already made a number of high-profile signings, with Joao Felix being the latest addition to the team. He joins a long list of new faces at Stamford Bridge, including Pedro Neto, Aaron Anselmino, Filip Jorgensen, Caleb Wiley, Renato Viega, Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall, Marc Guiu, Tosin Adarabioyo, and Omari Kellyman.
However, amidst the incoming players, there is also a pressing need for the club to trim its massive squad. Conor Gallagher's transfer to Atletico Madrid has been finalized, but there are still over 40 players on the team who need to be reduced. This includes big names like Raheem Sterling and Ben Chilwell, who have been informed that they will not be featuring in the first team this season and should seek new clubs. While many clubs may be interested in these England internationals, it won't be an easy task to move them on. Sterling has a three-year contract worth £300,000 a week, making it a tricky situation.
In addition to the transfer chaos, Chelsea has also made some interesting decisions in terms of player loans and sales. Armando Broja is set to leave for Ipswich Town on loan, with a clause in the deal that could potentially make his transfer permanent for £30 million if the team avoids relegation. The club has also listed Trevoh Chalobah, Kepa Arrizabalaga, Cesare Casadei, Lucas Bergstrom, and Djordje Petrovic for transfer, hoping to receive offers soon. However, it remains to be seen if these players will be able to find new homes.
Another player whose future at Chelsea is uncertain is Axel Disasi, and there are also question marks around Carney Chukwuemeka. The team may be open to offers for these players if they come in. Meanwhile, there has been some confusion about the absence of Wesley Fofana from the Europa Conference League squad to face Servette on Thursday. However, manager Enzo Maresca clarified that it was due to fitness concerns and that the club is simply taking care of its players.
Despite all the chaos and uncertainty, one thing is for sure - Chelsea is not slowing down in their pursuit of success. With Todd Boehly at the helm, the club is determined to make the necessary changes and decisions to strengthen their team and achieve their goals. It will be an exciting few weeks leading up to the end of the transfer window, and fans can only wait and see what other surprises and developments are in store for their beloved club.
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