Report: What Chelsea will allow new head coach to do with transfer priority detailed
Report: What Chelsea will allow new head coach to do with transfer priority detailed Chelsea are prioritising a startling level centre back this summer and want the new head coach to be involved in recruitment according to reports. DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL CHELSEA NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON THE APP STORE The Blues face a critical summer with the club needing to appoint a new head coach, and strengthen the squad in key positions.
Unlike January, Chelsea are expected to busy and it’s believed the Blues are looking for a centre back, midfielder and another attacker. Chelsea prioritising starting level centre back Chelsea have struggled defensively this season, and have paid the price for not signing a replacement for Levi Colwill, who suffered an ACL injury before the start of the campaign. In a huge boost for Chelsea Colwill is now back , but a serious overhaul of the centre back department is required in the summer.
The Blues have been linked with both Murillo and Jan Paul van Hecke, whilst at least three of the current crop could be moved on. Football. London have reported Chelsea are prioritising a starting level centre back, and would like the new head coach to be involved in recruitment.
The report adds for Xabi Alonso that would be a big deal, with previous head coaches not given that opportunity. If you enjoy Chelsea News coverage and want to see more of it, add us as a preferred source on Google to make us a favourite and see more of our content. In other news… It’s been reported suggestions Alonso is waiting for the Liverpool job are wide of the mark, with the Blues seemingly having a free run at the former Real Madrid boss.
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