Chelsea Push for £13m Move for Reda Belahyane as Transfer Window Nears Deadline
Chelsea are intensifying efforts to sign Hellas Verona midfielder Reda Belahyane, with club officials monitoring his performances as Enzo Maresca demands midfield reinforcements.
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Chelsea are making a late push to sign Moroccan midfielder Reda Belahyane from Hellas Verona for £13m, as Enzo Maresca continues to press for reinforcements in midfield. Following Chelsea’s 3-1 defeat to Manchester City, Maresca reportedly met with club officials to emphasise his need for a new striker and an experienced midfielder. While Chelsea have been linked with Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo, their most realistic target appears to be Belahyane. Sky Sports’ Gianluca Di Marzio reports that Chelsea have been "insistently pushing" for the 20-year-old, even sending scouts to watch his latest match against Venezia. However, they must act quickly, as Belahyane has reportedly agreed personal terms with Rennes. Verona manager Paolo Zanetti has praised the young midfielder’s ability, calling him a "stratospheric" talent with a high ceiling for development.
- Chelsea are pushing to sign Hellas Verona midfielder Reda Belahyane for £13m.
- Enzo Maresca reiterated his need for a midfielder and a striker in post-City loss meetings.
- Chelsea have also shown interest in Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo.
- Club officials scouted Belahyane in his recent game against Venezia.
- Rennes have reportedly already agreed personal terms with the player.
- Verona manager Paolo Zanetti has described Belahyane as a "stratospheric" talent with huge potential.
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