Mateo Kovacic will likely leave Chelsea at the end of the season, with Manchester City reportedly keen on signing him.
Mateo Kovacic is reportedly looking for a new challenge, and Manchester City are keen on signing him. Fabrizio Romano has claimed that the Premier League champions have now opened talks to sign the Croatian midfielder, reportedly valued at £35 million by Chelsea.
Kovacic has been a key player for Chelsea since joining the club from Real Madrid, and he has helped them win multiple trophies. His departure will certainly weaken Chelsea this summer. So it remains to be seen how the Blues cope with his departure.
Chelsea might also lose N’Golo Kante, who will become a free agent in a few weeks. The French international midfielder is in the final months of his contract, and he is yet to sign an extension with the club.
Meanwhile, Manchester City need to bring in midfield reinforcements this summer, especially is club captain Ilkay Gundogan leaves the club as a free agent. The German international has been linked with clubs like Barcelona in recent weeks. Gundogan has been a key player for Pep Guardiola. So Manchester City will have to replace him adequately.
EXCL: Manchester City have opened concrete talks to sign Mateo Kovacic in the summer. Positive discussions took place with player’s camp in the last few days over personal terms 🚨🔵 #MCFC
Chelsea, open to selling Kovacic as part of midfield revolution. Talks will continue soon. pic.twitter.com/a9IL6NSdug
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 31, 2023
Kovacic has the quality to replace the German international at the Etihad Stadium next season. And a report by ESPN claims that the Chelsea midfielder will cost only £35 million in the summer transfer window. Meanwhile, according to Fabrizio Romano, talks are underway between the two clubs.
The 28-year-old is at the peak of his powers, and his style of play suits Manchester City. The Croat has already proven himself at Chelsea, and he will be looking to make his mark at Manchester City now. The Premier League champions have a proven track record of competing for major trophies every season. So Kovacic will look to add to his tally of silverware.
Chelsea have had a disappointing campaign, and they will miss out on Champions League football next term. The Blues have finished 12th in the league table, and a player of Kovacic’s calibre deserves to play for a top-four club. The £35 million asking price seems quite affordable for a club with Manchester City/s resources. But it remains to be seen whether the two parties can secure an agreement soon.
