Reliable transfer reporter Fabrizio Romano Shared Stamford Bridge transfer news, chelsea The Chiefs discussed signing a star player in January.

Chelsea’s January transfer plans explained

Enzo MarescaEven before Wesley Fofana suffered a long-term injury, the team was thought to be prioritizing a new centre-back (Simon Phillips), but the Frenchman’s absence will only heighten their need for another option in this area.

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They were “ready to compete” for his signature.

Benoit Badiashile is also out “at least until February” due to injuryallowing Maresca to retain Tosin Adarabioyo, Levi Colwell, Renato Vega, Axel Disasi and rookie Aaron Anselmino As a central defender option.

The latter recently arrived in Cobham after writing an article £15 million He joined them in the summer from Boca Juniors, where he has spent the past few months on loan. However, it is unlikely that he will break straight into the first team, with Maresca explaining that the Argentine will need time to adapt to his new surroundings.

“He’s another talent, another great player,” explain Maresca talks about Anselmino’s arrival. “The most important thing now is that he gets here, adapts himself, finds a house and settles in the right way.

“Then we need to give him time because when you come from another part of the world you need to adapt. You need to see a new world, a new culture. Of course we will try to help him adapt as quickly as possible.

“The plan at the moment is to keep him here, let him work with us and then make a decision.”

Like this, Chelsea are actively looking for a new centre-back for JanuaryThey may even recall Trevor Chalobah, who is on loan at Crystal Palace, according to widespread media reports in the past 24 hours.

reporter Simon PhillipsVia his Substack, they have a number of high-profile defenders on their radar, including Tomas Araujo (Benfica), Antonio Silva (Benfica), Ousmane Diomande (Sporting Lisbon), Illa Zabani (Bournemouth) and Dean Huizen (Bournemouth).

Another man tipped to be a real target is Crystal Palace star player and former Chelsea ace Mark Geshe,and £50,000 per week The England international has 18 months left on his contract.

Chelsea internally discussing Marc Gheihy’s January deal

According to Romano, Chelsea chiefs internally discussing Guhi’s January dealDespite his contract situation, it won’t be easy.

The 24-year-old is enjoying a stellar year in 2024, winning praise for his performances for England at Euro 2024 and establishing himself as one of the best players available. Premier LeagueThe best local central defender.

He has continued to impress this season, starting all but one of Crystal Palace’s 20 league games and will become Oliver Glasner if Eagles chairman Steve Parish chooses to accept a winter contract Huge miss.

It’s also worth noting that Newcastle United made multiple unsuccessful bids to sign Guehi this summer, with one offer as high as £65 million.