This summer, Chelsea’s attempt to sign a £40 million-rated player has received the green light from their new head coach. Enzo Maresca, 44, was appointed as Chelsea’s manager and will officially start on July 1st.
Despite Chelsea’s transfer activities being primarily managed by their co-sporting directors, it is promising to see the head coach actively contributing his insights on potential signings. It is essential for Maresca’s squad to align with his possession-based style of football.
Journalist Fabrizio Romano has reported via X that Chelsea is in talks with Leicester City to acquire midfielder Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall. Maresca has endorsed this move, giving high praise to the 25-year-old, whom he coached last season at Leicester.
However, according to BBC Sport, Chelsea’s initial offer for Dewsbury-Hall was below Leicester’s £40 million valuation.
Romano also noted that Chelsea might include players David Datro Fofana and Cesare Casadei in the deal to meet Leicester’s demands.
Dewsbury-Hall had an outstanding season under Maresca’s management, becoming a crucial player for Leicester. The midfielder scored 12 goals and provided 15 assists in all competitions, marking the best season of his career so far.
Given Maresca’s confidence in Dewsbury-Hall’s ability to make an impact at Chelsea, the club should support their new manager’s judgment and pursue the transfer.
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