Chelsea are known to often make a move or two in the transfer window, especially since taking over Todd Boly from Roman Abramovich in May 2022.
It’s safe to say the American has shown ambition in signing players in an attempt to secure the club’s first Premier League title since Italian Antonio Conte took charge in 2016/17.
Conte’s compatriot Enzo Maresca is the latest to be tasked with ending his drought, with the club’s investment crucial to giving him the best chance of success at Stamford Bridge.
On the other hand, spending is equally important, balancing the books to prevent any financial irregularities while raising funds to reinvest in the team.
Given the number of players currently on the Blues’ wage bill, it’s no surprise to see a number of players linked with a move, including a talented player who only recently joined Maresca’s side.
Chelsea star in talks to leave Stamford Bridge
According to Spanish media Estadio Deportivo, Chelsea star Joao Felix Negotiations are already underway to move out. Originally from West London, just a few months after moving permanently to The Bridge.
Portugal international cost owner Boehly Approximately £46m in summeracademy graduate Connor Gallagher moved to Atletico Madrid as a separate deal, but was used as a sweetener to get Felix transferred.
However, the Blues transfer did not go as planned; Started just three Premier League games He has scored just one goal so far and has been mostly coming off the bench.
Reports claim the 25-year-old has been in direct talks with former Blues boss Jose Mourinho over a move to Turkish side Fenerbahce this month, either on a temporary or permanent basis.
The Benfica academy graduate is said to be “uneasy” with his current situation under Maresca and could consider a move if the right offer comes his way, according to reports.
If he moves, the deal could be repeated for another star who arrives at the club with high expectations and then moves on quickly, allowing the front office to cut their losses.
Why Felix could be Morata’s repeat at Chelsea
Forward Alvaro Morata may have joined from Real Madrid rather than Atletico Madrid, but he is another La Liga talent who has real hopes of succeeding given the hefty price tag.
The 32-year-old paid a huge price £70m including add-ons Back in the summer of 2017, with the expectation of real change on the front lines Scored 20 goals for the Spanish giants previous seasons.
However, despite Scored 15 goals in his only full season In England it was quickly discovered that he was not a good fit for the club and he lasted just six more months before being loaned out to Felix’s former club Atletico Madrid.
While they didn’t lose their entire hosting investment, Leaves permanently for £58m The move did not pay off at the end of his interim spell under Diego Simeone – very similar to Felix’s move in 2024/25.
After leaving west London, Morata moved to AC Milan in Italy, but has not registered Every event reaches double digits Since leaving the England side – a decision that could leave the club regretting their decision given their recent search for a number nine.
Alvaro Morata’s stats since leaving Chelsea in 2019 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
season | game | Target | Assist |
2019/20 | 44 | 16 | 4 |
2020/21 | 44 | 20 | 11 |
2021/22 | 48 | 12 | 7 |
2022/23 | 45 | 15 | 3 |
2023/24 | 48 | twenty one | 4 |
All: | 229 | 84 | 29 |
Statistics passed transfer market | |||
It would be a shame to see a player of his caliber leave if the Portugal ace, who earns £130,000-a-week, leaves this month, but it’s clear he is currently not in Maresca’s plans moving forward due to his lack of action So far.
this”sensationalJournalist Alex Goncalves claims the 25-year-old has not been given the chance to showcase his star quality and is in desperate need of regular football considering he is about to enter his prime years.
Given former talisman Morata’s form since leaving west London, the club need to consider all available options to prevent a similar situation from happening again.
Felix certainly deserves more time in England to allow Maresca’s side to reap the rewards of his abilities and prevent themselves from selling too early on a player who could help their charge in the coming months. Players in the top four.
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