Chelsea Submit €45m Bid for Facundo Buonanotte, Battling Tottenham for Signature
Chelsea have submitted a €45m bid for Facundo Buonanotte, the Brighton attacking midfielder currently on loan at Leicester City. Tottenham are also interested, but Chelsea appear determined to secure his signing before the transfer window closes.
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Chelsea have made a €45m bid plus bonuses to sign 19-year-old Facundo Buonanotte, who has impressed on loan at Leicester City. Brighton value him at €50m, meaning negotiations are still ongoing. Tottenham have been long-time admirers of the Argentine talent and are considering whether to make a counteroffer. The player is highly rated across Europe and is seen as a long-term investment. Chelsea see Buonanotte as a potential creative spark for their attack, offering versatility as an attacking midfielder or winger. Meanwhile, Tottenham want him as an upgrade on Timo Werner and Richarlison. The final decision may depend on assurances of game time, as Buonanotte will want to develop at a club where he can play regularly.
- Chelsea have submitted a €45m offer plus bonuses for Facundo Buonanotte.
- Brighton value him at €50m, meaning Chelsea may need to increase their bid.
- Tottenham are also interested and may challenge Chelsea for his signature.
- The 19-year-old Argentine has impressed on loan at Leicester City this season.
- Chelsea view him as a versatile creative option to improve their attack.
- Tottenham see him as a long-term upgrade on Werner and Richarlison.
- Playing time will be a key factor in his final decision.
Chelsea appear determined to win the race for Buonanotte, but Tottenham could still make a late push to sign the promising youngster.
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