Chelsea are making waves in the transfer market with reports linking them to Brentford’s red-hot striker Igor Thiago. According to TEAMtalk, the Blues are seriously interested in the Brazilian forward who’s been tearing up the Premier League this season.
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Chelsea have thrown their hat into the ring for one of France’s hottest prospects, with Marseille wonderkid Robinio Vaz firmly on their radar. The 18-year-old centre-forward has burst onto the scene this season, and his explosive form hasn’t gone unnoticed across Europe.
Chelsea have emerged as the leading contenders to secure AC Milan’s Mike Maignan, with reports from Ekrem Konur suggesting the Blues are firmly in pole position for the French international’s signature.
The 29-year-old has been nothing short of sensational since swapping Lille for the San Siro in 2021. After an outstanding final season in Ligue 1—where he registered 21 clean sheets and helped Les Dogues lift the title—Maignan hit the ground running in Italy, claiming the Serie A crown in his debut campaign and adding the Italian Super Cup to his trophy cabinet last season.
Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly plotting ambitious January moves for Ivan Toney, according to Caught Offside, as both clubs seek to bolster their attacking options.
Spurs’ striker situation has become increasingly complicated since Harry Kane’s departure. While Dominic Solanke arrived from AFC Bournemouth for a club-record fee, his performances have been inconsistent, and injury problems have severely limited his availability this season.
Chelsea’s summer rebuild is gaining momentum, and after sealing the deal for Ajax prodigy Jorrel Hato, the Blues are now casting their net wider across Europe. The latest name on their radar? Club Brugge’s highly-rated Swiss midfielder, Ardon Jashari.
According to Quotidiano Sportivo, Chelsea have joined the growing list of suitors for Jashari, whose standout performances in Belgium have not gone unnoticed. AC Milan and Bayer Leverkusen are also keeping close tabs on the 23-year-old, who is reportedly valued at £35 million.