Chelsea have already drawn up a transfer shortlist of several players as Mauricio Pochettino prepares to take charge as head coach this summer, according to reports. But uncertainty over Mason Mount’s contract is expected to lead to his departure, with Premier League rivals circling.
Chelsea are set to announce Pochettino as Graham Potter’s permanent successor as a troublesome campaign nears its conclusion.
According to the Guardian, he is keen to bolster his newly-inherited squad with a goalkeeper, more than one midfielder and a striker during what’s set to be a busy summer at Stamford Bridge.
Chelsea have identified Aston Villa’s Emi Martinez, Brentford’s David Raya and Inter Milan’s Andre Onana as potential goalkeeper recruits.
Edouard Mendy doesn’t look to have a future at the club, while Kepa Arrizabalaga has ultimately flattered to deceive this season.
In midfield, the Blues eyed Brighton and Hove Albion duo Moises Caicedo and Alexis Mac Allister in January and have maintained an interest. Other reports claim it’s the same story for West Ham United captain Declan Rice.
Pochettino is said to be hungry to add a prolific striker to his ranks, given Chelsea’s woes since Diego Costa’s 2017 exit.
The report pinpoints Napoli’s Victor Osimhen as a target amid an impressive campaign, scoring 28 goals in all competitions.
However, any club planning to lure the 24-year-old away from Naples will face an uphill battle in the form of a record Premier League fee.
Alternatives at Stamford Bridge include Brentford’s Ivan Toney, who has netted 20 Premier League goals this term, and Inter’s Lautaro Martinez.
Chelsea will also need to sell, though, to balance out an over-populated squad that has contributed to the side’s recent woes.
Mount could be among the departures, given a lack of progress in contract talks ahead of his 2024 expiry.
The report claims that there is a growing expectation at Mount’s boyhood club that he will leave this summer.
Liverpool are mentioned as the favourites to secure his services, but Manchester United are also in the frame.
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