Chelsea looking to sell Mudryk, Pochettino identifies primary target

TRANSFERS Chelsea looking to sell Mudryk, Pochettino identifies primary target

Kiplagat Sang • 15:30 - 17.05.2023

After a poor run in the season, the Blues are expected to bolster their squad once the transfer window swings open.

Just six months after signing Mykhaylo Mudryk, Chelsea are looking at selling the Ukrainian.

The 22-year-old has failed to get regular minutes at Stamford Bridge since his big-money transfer move, and the London club is looking at the possibility of offloading him.

Mudryk came into the limelight as he turned out for Shakhtar Donetsk after making it into the first team in 2021. He was involved in 44 games and had 29 goal contributions during his time with the Ukrainian club.

Despite interest from other European clubs, Chelsea won the race to bring the winger to the Premier League. He was acquired for €70 million, but he could be on the move yet again given the struggle he has had to face while trying to get a regular slot in the starting lineup.

He has been involved in 15 matches and has two assists to his name, indicating he has found it hard at Stamford Bridge despite the fanfare and expectations that greeted his arrival.

He has only completed 90 minutes just once since he signed for the Blues, and now the club is reportedly considering selling him in the summer.

Pochettino is expected to be unveiled as Chelsea's manager before the new season begins, and he has reportedly identified Dybala as one of his top targets.

After enduring a difficult season with Juventus last season, the World Cup winner joined AS Roma and could sign for Chelsea when the transfer window opens.

His future, beyond the current season, at Roma is uncertain, and given that he has a modest release clause, Chelsea could take advantage and sign the Argentine.

Teams outside Italy can sign the 29-year-old for €12 million, while those in Serie A will have to pay €20 million.