Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing 26-year-old Atalanta midfielder Teun Koopmeiners in the summer transfer window.
According to a report from HITC, Chelsea scouted Teun Koopmeiners in Atalanta’s UEFA Europa League clash with Liverpool this week, and it will be interesting to see if they decide to follow up on their interest with a concrete proposal to sign the Dutchman from the Serie A club in the summer transfer window.
Koopmeiners has been impressive form this season, and he has 17 goal contributions in all competitions. The Dutch midfielder has certainly proven his worth in Serie A, and he could be keen on taking the next step in his development. A move to the Premier League will be an exciting opportunity for him, and he will get to showcase his qualities at a higher level.
Chelsea have been quite mediocre in recent seasons, but they are still one of the biggest clubs in the world. The opportunity to join them can be quite exciting. The Blues are currently lacking a midfielder with his skill set, and he will add goals and creativity to the side.
The Dutch midfielder is reportedly valued at £60 million by Atalanta, and it will be interesting to see if the Blues are prepared to pay the asking price to sign him from the Serie A club. But the player is also a target for other Premier League clubs.
Can Chelsea afford Koopmeiners?
Chelsea will have financial limitations heading into the summer transfer window. They have spent freely since the change of ownership, and they will have to comply with the profit and sustainability regulations now. They cannot afford to spend beyond their means or they could risk a substantial fine or point deduction.
Atalanta will not want to let a key player like him leave for cheap, and they will look to demand a premium for him. It remains to be seen whether the two clubs can secure an agreement for the £60 million-rated midfielder.
The Dutchman will certainly be tempted to join a big Premier League club in the summer, and it remains to be seen whether a move to Chelsea appeals to him. They will not be able to provide him with European football next season.
The midfielder has been linked with clubs like Liverpool as well. The Reds will be able to provide him with UEFA Champions League football next season and the opportunity to reunite with his compatriots Cody Gakpo and Virgil van Dijk might be more tempting for the player. It will be interesting to see how the situation develops.