Chelsea Consider Selling Andrey Santos Despite Fan Backlash as Summer Transfer Plans Take Shape
Chelsea are reportedly weighing up the sale of 20-year-old Andrey Santos after his impressive loan at Strasbourg, with the funds potentially redirected toward summer signings.
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Steve Worrell
Chelsea are considering selling Andrey Santos at the end of the season to fund new signings despite the Brazilian midfielder’s strong performances on loan at Strasbourg. While fans have called for Santos to return to Stamford Bridge, the club appears more focused on raising funds through sales of promising talents like Santos and Trevoh Chalobah. Chelsea’s transfer strategy aims to bolster their midfield, defense, and attack, with names like Juventus’ Douglas Luiz and Manchester United’s Alejandro Garnacho linked to potential moves.
- Santos’ Future in Doubt:
- On loan at Strasbourg, Santos has impressed, raising his market value.
- Chelsea is open to selling him for at least £18.5 million, the fee they paid to sign him in January 2023.
- Chelsea’s Transfer Strategy:
- The club aims to fund reinforcements by selling players like Santos and Chalobah.
- Chalobah, recalled from Crystal Palace, is reportedly available for £40 million this summer.
- Linked Signings:
- Chelsea is exploring midfield options, including Douglas Luiz from Juventus, available for around £45 million.
- The club is also pursuing attackers like Alejandro Garnacho from Manchester United and considering a player swap to secure his signature.
- Fan and Board Concerns:
- Some supporters question Chelsea’s transfer planning, especially as they remain at risk of missing out on Champions League qualification.
- Despite strong performances, Santos is not viewed as part of the long-term midfield solution under Enzo Maresca.
- Market Interest in Santos:
- Several European giants are monitoring Santos, ensuring Chelsea can generate significant interest and competition for his signature.
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Steve Worrell
Steve, Co-founder of The 1905 Club, created the platform to provide honest, clickbait-free Chelsea FC content. He worked at Stamford Bridge from 2013 to 2016 with a Champions League sponsor. His first Chelsea match was a 1-0 win at Leeds in 2000, and his favourite was the epic 2012 Champions League game against Napoli.
