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Chelsea coach Thomas Tuchel has asked the club to finalize the transfer of Ousmane Dembele ahead of the 2022/23 season. The arrangement between France and Barcelona expires this summer, and the two parties have yet to agree on new terms.
The Blaugrana sold Ousmane in the winter transfer window following four and a half disappointing seasons with the Catalan giants. Dembele, on the other hand, is said to have rejected down a move to the Premier League during the winter transfer window and opted to stay at Barcelona.
The Blues, on the other hand, are now optimistic about reaching an agreement. Under Xavi, the 25-year-old winger has improved his form and concluded the La Liga season with a goal and 13 assists.
The French attacker emerged as their most creative footballer after January, providing another dimension to their attacks as the Catalan giants earned a second-place finish to qualify for the Champions League next season.
The Frenchman was approached by La Liga giants with increased offers, but Ousmane was unconvinced and now appears to be on his way out.
The Blues have emerged as the most likely destination, while Juventus and PSG are also keeping tabs on his status at Camp Nou. Chelsea could lose several of their forwards this summer, with Pulisic, Ziyech, and Werner all rumored to be on their way out.
Chelsea will compete with Arsenal and Tottenham for Richarlison this summer, as Thomas Tuchel seeks forward reinforcements. Chelsea may be interested in the 25-year-old forward, who is expected to leave Everton in the current transfer window.
The Blues concluded the season without any trophies after won the UCL the previous season and being instantly tipped as title contenders. They did make two domestic finals, but both times they were eliminated on penalties by Liverpool.
The Blues and their manager have weathered a storm of controversy, including government penalties and questions about Abramovich's ties to Putin. Thomas Tuchel is anticipating a fresh start now that the ownership concerns have been settled, beginning with a crucial summer window.
Thomas Tuchel understands that fixing defensive concerns remains a top priority, but the Blues are considering recruiting attacking footballers to bolster their alternatives. One of them is a Brazil international, as Thomas Tuchel looks for a wide attacker capable of scoring in the last third.
The South American forward is coming off a strong season in which his goals helped Everton avoid relegation from the Premier League. Some may argue that the Brazilian forward is deserving of the award.
Chelsea is in early talks with Serie A's No.10 striker.
Lautaro Martinez has been added to Chelsea's list of players they want to sign to boost their front line for the next season. Chelsea has begun considering potential replacements for departed footballers as they prepare for a large number of departures this summer.
With the upcoming exits of Rudiger and Christensen, the centre-back position may require significant reinforcements. Both Azpilicueta and Alonso have been linked with a move to Barcelona, putting the Blues' defense in desperate need of reinforcements this summer.
Kante and Jorginho's futures are also uncertain, with both midfielders entering the final years of their Chelsea contracts this summer. They're gaining attention as well, with Jorginho being linked with a new team.
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