Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing 28-year-old Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy in the 2024 summer transfer window.
A report from Bernabeu Digital has claimed that Chelsea are keen on signing Ferland Mendy. But he is keen on staying at Real Madrid beyond the 2024 summer transfer window.
Chelsea and the Need For a Left-Back
It is no secret that Chelsea need more quality in the left-back department. Marc Cucurella has not been able to live up to the expectations since his big-money move from Brighton and Hove Albion. Ian Maatsen has been linked with an exit from the club heading into the January transfer window.
Chelsea could soon be left with Ben Chilwell as the only reliable left-back. So, with the Englishman’s fitness issues being well-documented, they need to bring in more depth in that position.
Ferland Mendy: The Solution To Chelsea’s Issues?
Ferland Mendy has been hit-and-miss in the last few seasons at Real Madrid, and the Spanish giants could look to cash in on him soon. It will be interesting to see if Chelsea decide to submit a lucrative offer to sign the player.
The opportunity to play in the Premier League can be an exciting option for Mendy, and Chelsea are certainly one of the biggest clubs around. But the 28-year-old French defender wants to remain at the Santiago Bernabeu.
It remains to be seen whether they can convince the player to move to England at the end of the season. It would certainly be a new experience for him at this stage of his career. He is not a key player for Real Madrid anymore. So, it makes sense for him to move on in search of regular playing time.
Chelsea have a quality squad, and they have the financial resources to compete for major trophies. Although they are going through a rough patch right now, the Blues are one of the biggest clubs in Europe and can offer the defender a lucrative contract as well.
The Frenchman is at the peak of his powers right now, and he needs to be playing regularly. With the European Championships coming up next summer, he will need regular game time to cement his place in the French national team’s starting lineup.
