Breaking: A £25 million defender has decided to join Chelsea next season after being identified as a priority target by the Blues following his impressive performance at the Euros.
Chelsea Advance Talks to Sign Serbian International After Impressive Euro Performance
Chelsea have progressed in their negotiations to sign a Serbian international defender following his excellent performance at the Euros.
Initially, Chelsea explored signing a new defender after missing out on two permanent targets and facing a few match bans for Reece James. So far, they’ve completed only one deal, officially announcing the acquisition of Reige Veiren mid-week.
Chelsea is likely to pursue another defender, as they’ve indicated willingness to sell their two remaining defenders at a tempting price. Reports suggest the Serbian defender is interested in playing in West London, and Chelsea aims to finalize the transfer by the end of July.
The 23-year-old impressed at the Euros with Serbia and, like many players from the Red Bull system, is highly rated and poised for a significant move. Premier League interest is strong, with Aston Villa and Newcastle also linked.
Chelsea has been seeking more left-sided defenders, and Pavlovic fits this need. Caught Offside reports his valuation at £25 million, a potential bargain for a player of his age—experienced enough for immediate Premier League impact but with room for growth.
Chelsea is reportedly unafraid of making high-value deals and looks forward to adding prolific options to the squad. The signing is expected to be completed by the end of next week.
Enhancing the current defense will improve Chelsea’s solidity, especially with the upcoming match against Manchester City. Strengthening the defense will help Chelsea avoid conceding goals given their current limited defensive options.