Chelsea Continues Its Ambitious Transfer Policy in Search of Regaining Its Status Among Europe's Top Clubs. After several seasons without achieving results commensurate with its investment, the London team is willing to make a new move in the market and has set its sights on one of FC Barcelona's most valuable players.
Despite Spending Hundreds of Millions of Euros on New Signings Since Todd Boehly's Arrival, the Club Hasn't Managed to Find Balance in Its Squad. Neither Mauricio Pochettino nor his successor Enzo Maresca have managed to fully exploit the team's potential. Now, the 'blues' have decided to look toward Camp Nou in search of a midfielder capable of making a difference in the Premier League.
Barça Dominates in Europe and Chelsea Takes Note
Meanwhile at Stamford Bridge, they continue to seek solutions to their sporting crisis, FC Barcelona is experiencing a great moment. The team led by Hansi Flick has found a solid playing style and dominates in LaLiga and the Champions League.
This success has led several European clubs to focus on its stars, and Chelsea hasn't been an exception. With Maresca at the helm, the English club needs to strengthen its midfield, as players like Enzo Fernández haven't met expectations.
Deco Gives the Green Light and Gavi Celebrates
Barça Has Decided to Give the OK to the Sale of Frenkie de Jong. The Dutch midfielder, who arrived in 2019 from Ajax, remains one of the team's most talented players. But his high salary and lack of intention to renew have led the club to consider his transfer.
Chelsea Is Willing to Pay a Figure Close to 70 Million Euros, Which Would Allow Barça to Strengthen Other Key Positions. Additionally, this departure would be a great relief for the wage bill, giving more room for maneuver in the market.
Gavi Has Received the News with Enthusiasm. The young Andalusian midfielder knows that De Jong's departure opens the doors for him to further consolidate himself in the starting line-up.
Although Both Have Shared Minutes in the Midfield, Their Competition Has Been Constant. Without the Dutchman in the squad, Gavi will have more freedom to shine in his favorite position.
An Operation That Benefits All Parties
Chelsea Finally Gets the Midfielder It Was Looking For. Frenkie de Jong will bring quality in ball distribution, game vision and a driving ability that few players have in Europe. His arrival in the Premier League could give his career a new boost.
FC Barcelona, Meanwhile, Achieves a Million-Euro Sale That Helps Stabilize Its Economy and Allows It to Bet on Younger Players Within Flick's Scheme. Additionally, the space left by De Jong will allow players like Gavi, Pedri or Fermín López to have even more prominence.
The Future of Frenkie de Jong Is Getting Closer to Stamford Bridge. Laporta, Deco and Flick have made a strategic decision that will allow Barça to continue growing. Meanwhile, Chelsea finally finds the player it needed to make the leap in quality.