Dominic Calvert-Lewin on Chelsea's radar as Thomas Tuchel looks for Erling Haaland alternatives. (imago Images)
According to reports in the national media (h/t football.london), Chelsea have joined Premier League rivals, Arsenal, in ‘paying close attention to’ Everton star, Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Thomas Tuchel has asked the Chelsea board to look at alternatives for Erling Haaland as a deal to land the Norwegian could be tough. The German is ‘frustrated’ at the club’s pace in Haaland negotiations and wants to keep his options open. (h/t football.london)
Calvert-Lewin had a memorable season under Carlo Ancelotti at Everton. He netted 21 times in all competitions for them and has certainly caught the eye of England’s elites.
The 24-year-old, unlike Haaland, has experience playing in the Premier League. But Chelsea fans would think that the club already has a young English striker in Tammy Abraham who scored 12 times last season at the rate of a goal every 128 minutes.
Nevertheless, the attack is a position that Tuchel should strengthen before next season. The UEFA Champions League-winning Chelsea team did not seem like they were missing too many parts of the puzzle.
But a striker to compete with Timo Werner, whose goal-scoring form was underwhelming last season, could be the boost they need to translate their European success domestically.
Whether it is Calvert-Lewin or Haaland, any incoming would mean Abraham and Olivier Giroud could fall further in the pecking order. The duo, especially Abraham, did not have a lot of starts under the new German manager.
As for Werner, the former RB Leipzig striker has played out wide in the past. Hence, there is a chance to accommodate Werner alongside a striker.
Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino reacts after reaching milestone in Tottenham game Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino…
Chelsea star Benoit Badiashile praises Marc Cucurella after win vs Tottenham LONDON. IS. BLUE. Glad…
Romano explains Chelsea's managerial situation regarding the future of Mauricio Pochettino The Italian reporter, Fabrizio…
Who's next out the door? Chelsea look to offload fringe players to comply with FFP…
Chelsea eyeing Antonio Conte return as Pochettino's future in doubt Chelsea FC have been vying…
Chelsea have no regrets on settling for Cole Palmer following Michael Olise snub Chelsea's pursuit…
