Chelsea are forward of Arsenal within the race to signal Marseille striker Robinio Vaz and have begun negotiations, with a proposal presently on the desk for January.
The Blues’ curiosity in signing a brand new striker is probably because of Liam Delap’s sluggish begin at Stamford Bridge, most just lately failing to search out the again of the web within the 2-0 win over Burnley and being changed within the second half by Maro Gusto.
Michael Owen additionally criticized some facets of the striker’s efficiency, saying: “I believe he must be a bit of extra egocentric on this scenario, however he in all probability may have made a couple of passes.
“If he places this ball in (to Pedro Neto) and makes a run to get the defender, he will be left one-on-one with Neto on this space. I believe he has to try this as an alternative of being a bit of egocentric and fascinated with scoring himself. He takes a pot shot from 25 yards, which isn’t nice.”
Ultimately, Enzo Maresca’s facet gained regardless, however the 22-year-old, who has but to open his account since transferring to west London, carried out poorly as soon as once more, and there are plans to signal a brand new centre-forward within the January switch window.
Caught Offside stories that Chelsea have begun negotiations to signal Marseille striker Vaz, having made contact with the French membership and the 18-year-old’s agent forward of a possible transfer in January.
The Blues are exploring the potential of signing the teen completely this winter and are forward of London rivals Arsenal within the race, with the Gunners taking a extra affected person method.
The deal is comparatively inexpensive, with the Ligue 1 facet aiming for €20m to €30m (£18m to £26m), however he has already rejected provides from unknown European golf equipment and is in no rush to money in.
The Frenchman has been a breakout star for Marseille this season, lacking only one sport in Ligue 1 earlier than changing into a daily within the first group, scoring 4 targets and offering two assists in 12 appearances.
Scout Ben Mattinson additionally clearly believes the starlet has loads of potential and named him extremely when outlining his key strengths at X again in February.
Vaz could possibly be a star of the long run, however given their possibilities of profitable the Premier League title, Chelsea may additionally usher in a striker with a bit of extra expertise in January fairly than one other teen.
Enzo Maresca pushes for transfer to Chelsea, signing Premier League star for £79m
Enzo Maresca pushes for ‘unbelievable’ £79m Premier League star to maneuver to Chelsea
The Italian is trying to signal a brand new defender who’s believed to suit ideally into his system.
