Chelsea are looking to sign Dutch international defender Denzel Dumfries, a target for Manchester United, this month.
According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea have identified 26-year-old Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries as a target after failing to sign Malo Gusto from Lyon. The Dutchman is also a target for Manchester United, with the Nerazzurri demanding €50 million for him.
Lyon have decided to hold on to Malo Gusto this month, and Chelsea have now switched their attention towards another right-back. Dumfries has been linked with a move away from Inter Milan in recent months. And his performances in the recently-concluded World Cup seem to have caught the attention of Chelsea.
The Blues already have Reece James as their first choice right-back. But the England international has had his fair share of injury problems. His availability has been a major problem for Graham Potter and Chelsea this season. And the Chelsea manager is looking to bring in more depth to the position.
The Blues have had to use makeshift options at right-back in the absence of James. Meanwhile, Dumfries has proven his quality in Italy and for his country. He could prove to be a quality acquisition for the Premier League side, despite the €50 million price tag.
The 26-year-old is likely to be tempted to join the Premier League this month, and it remains to be seen whether Chelsea can agree on a deal with Inter Milan. The Dutch international is at the peak of his career right now and has the ability to settle in quickly and make an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge.
It has been a disappointing season for Chelsea, and they will be desperate to secure UEFA Champions League qualification. Co-owner Todd Boehly has been very supportive of his manager in the transfer market, and Chelsea have spent more than any other Premier League club in the last two windows.
The Blues have already improved their attack significantly with a number of signings. And they have brought in Benoit Badiashile to shore up their defensive options as well. It remains to be seen whether they can sign a quality full-back before the January transfer window closes now.
Meanwhile, Dumfries has been linked with a move to Premier League giants Manchester United as well. Manager Erik ten Hag wants to add more depth to the right-back position, especially with Aaron Wan-Bissaka expected to leave the club at the end of the season.
Both clubs are excellent destinations for the 26-year-old defender, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually. But Manchester United will unlikely pursue Dumfries this month, leaving the path clear for Chelsea over a January deal.
Chelsea are looking to sign Dutch international defender Denzel Dumfries, a target for Manchester United, this month.
According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Chelsea have identified 26-year-old Inter Milan defender Denzel Dumfries as a target after failing to sign Malo Gusto from Lyon. The Dutchman is also a target for Manchester United, with the Nerazzurri demanding €50 million for him.
Lyon have decided to hold on to Malo Gusto this month, and Chelsea have now switched their attention towards another right-back. Dumfries has been linked with a move away from Inter Milan in recent months. And his performances in the recently-concluded World Cup seem to have caught the attention of Chelsea.
The Blues already have Reece James as their first choice right-back. But the England international has had his fair share of injury problems. His availability has been a major problem for Graham Potter and Chelsea this season. And the Chelsea manager is looking to bring in more depth to the position.
The Blues have had to use makeshift options at right-back in the absence of James. Meanwhile, Dumfries has proven his quality in Italy and for his country. He could prove to be a quality acquisition for the Premier League side, despite the €50 million price tag.
The 26-year-old is likely to be tempted to join the Premier League this month, and it remains to be seen whether Chelsea can agree on a deal with Inter Milan. The Dutch international is at the peak of his career right now and has the ability to settle in quickly and make an immediate impact at Stamford Bridge.
It has been a disappointing season for Chelsea, and they will be desperate to secure UEFA Champions League qualification. Co-owner Todd Boehly has been very supportive of his manager in the transfer market, and Chelsea have spent more than any other Premier League club in the last two windows.
The Blues have already improved their attack significantly with a number of signings. And they have brought in Benoit Badiashile to shore up their defensive options as well. It remains to be seen whether they can sign a quality full-back before the January transfer window closes now.
Meanwhile, Dumfries has been linked with a move to Premier League giants Manchester United as well. Manager Erik ten Hag wants to add more depth to the right-back position, especially with Aaron Wan-Bissaka expected to leave the club at the end of the season.
Both clubs are excellent destinations for the 26-year-old defender, and it will be interesting to see where he ends up eventually. But Manchester United will unlikely pursue Dumfries this month, leaving the path clear for Chelsea over a January deal.