Chelsea are set to offer Bayern Leverkusen £15 million for Hakan Calhanoglu, according to reports. The Blues are desperate to add numbers to their current squad despite being at the top of the Premier League and as marked Calhanoglu as one of their targets. Reports in Turkish outlet Fanatik have it that a £15 million bid is being prepared for the 22-year-old midfielder after watching him on several occasions. Chelsea boss Antonio Conte is believed to have indicated his intentions to move quickly for Calhanoglu's signature due to fierce competition from Arsenal, Tottenham, Manchester United and Everton. The Turkish midfielder is known for versatility in the midfield coupled with ability to score from dead ball situation. Calhanoglu arrived Leverkusen … [Read more...]
This Is Why Chelsea Want This Star Player From Club Rival
Chelsea wants to sign Middlesbrough star Adama Traore due to his blistering speed, according to reports. Reliable reports have it that the Blues are closely monitoring the pacy winger and ready to move for him in the January transfer window. The 20-year-old winger has been impressive for Boro this season and reports in Sky Sports claim that Chelsea are plotting a swoop for the ex-Barcelona man as Antonio Conte looks to bolster his attack. Traore joined Boro from Aston Villa on deadline day last summer transfer window and has made 14 appearances for Boro this season, particularly shining in the goalless draw at Arsenal and the narrow home defeat against Chelsea. In recent interview with Mundo Deportivo, the winger said: “(Karanka) has helped me … [Read more...]
Update! Club Slap £35million Price Tag On Chelsea Target
Middlesbrough Club Slap £35million Price Tag On Chelsea Target Middlesbrough has reportedly slapped a huge sum of £35million on Ben Gibson to fend off interest from Chelsea. Antonio Conte is in the market for defensive reinforcements in the January transfer window and the Boro defender is one of the prospects identified by the Blues. But they will need to stump up £35million if the deal is to go through. It is understood that Aitor Karanka is desperate to keep the 23-year-old who has remained solid in defence for Middlesbrough. Everton are also reportedly keeping tabs on the defender but a deal in January could prove difficult for the Tofees. Gibson may yet be tempted with the chance of playing for a high-profile club like Chelsea and reports … [Read more...]