Chelsea Targets Kudus And Rogers As Club Prepares To Offload Seven Forwards

‎Chelsea’s new signing, Joao Pedro, excelled as they secured their spot in the Club World Cup final, but the club faces ten key decisions that will determine the composition of their attack for the upcoming Premier League season.

‎Pedro scored both goals in Chelsea’s 2-0 victory over Fluminense, starting alongside Pedro Neto, Cole Palmer, and Christopher Nkunku.

‎However, the club’s forward line still remains uncertain, with sources revealing significant doubts about the futures of seven current attackers. These players are expected to undergo crucial transfer negotiations once the tournament ends.

‎Likely Sales

‎Nkunku is still likely to become a high-profile exit, with Bayern Munich the latest club considering him as a target. Injury to star player Jamal Musiala has led to Nkunku being pitched to Bayern officials as a ready-made replacement.

‎Raheem Sterling is also available for transfer, though so far, no concrete interest has emerged. Intermediaries are actively working to identify serious options for the player to consider before the start of August.

‎Meanwhile, Chelsea is evaluating an offer for Noni Madueke, with Arsenal eager to finalize a deal.

‎João Félix, meanwhile, is set to move on, with Benfica emerging as a possible destination.

‎Nicolas Jackson’s future remains uncertain and will depend on his willingness to compete for a starting role under Enzo Maresca.

‎Meanwhile, Mykhailo Mudryk’s situation is also unresolved, primarily due to his ongoing ban. Young players Marc Guiu and Tyrique George are both expected to go out on loan, with discussions about their options set to take place shortly.

‎Beyond outgoings, two new signings are being explored.

‎Chelsea targets 

‎There is a strong chance Chelsea will move for Mohammed Kudus once the Club World Cup concludes. West Ham are trying to hold off Spurs’ offers until then, in the hope they can raise his price.

‎Chelsea is open to accepting bids for Morgan Rogers, Malick Fofana, or Alejandro Garnacho if they decide to fully back their new manager. Securing Rogers from Aston Villa is expected to be extremely difficult.

‎However, talks with Lyon about Fofana and with Manchester United regarding Garnacho remain ongoing possibilities.

‎Maresca has made it clear internally that he wants a rotation of eight attackers, meaning the decisions over current fringe players are pivotal.

‎Pedro Neto, Estevao Willian, Jamie Gittens, Liam Delap, Cole Palmer, and Joao Pedro are viewed as secure within Chelsea’s attacking lineup for the upcoming season.

‎The club is on the verge of winning silverware and securing a major financial reward.

‎However, significant squad changes are still needed before Maesca’s team is fully ready for the next campaign.