BREAKING NEWS: “I have to mention this since Enzo Maresca was a very good friend of mine, and I want the best for him,” Pep Guardiola said, revealing the one Chelsea player who should leave to pave the way for Enzo Maresca’s success this season.
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Chelsea have expressed interest in bringing Joao Felix back to Stamford Bridge. This development gained momentum after the breakdown of Samu Omorodion’s transfer on Sunday evening. The manager is also focused on securing Victor Osimhen, although the deal is stalled due to high asking prices.
The club has announced that Pedro Neto’s arrival might pose significant challenges for current Chelsea players Raheem Sterling and Noni Madueke, who are rumored to be considering exits.
Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid has agreed to a £33.7 million offer for Conor Gallagher and a £40 million offer for Joao Felix, rather than Samu Omorodion. Victor Osimhen remains a potential addition if Chelsea completes the deal before August 30th.
Romano on Omorodion, Felix, and Osimhen:
In a YouTube update, Italian transfer expert Romano said: “To be clear, the Samu Omorodion deal with Chelsea is off. As I mentioned last night, the Chelsea-Omorodion deal is over.”
“Formally, Samu will return to Atletico Madrid, which will seek another club for him since their priority is to transfer him during the summer window. Currently, Chelsea and Atletico are experiencing a tense situation.”
“Trust me, the tension is significant between both clubs as they strive to salvage the Conor Gallagher deal. Although Julian Alvarez’s transfer to Atletico Madrid is completed and official, Atletico must secure Gallagher’s deal from Chelsea. Both clubs desire this move as Chelsea also wants Gallagher to join Atletico, but they need to find a replacement player.”
“Currently, Chelsea and Atletico are in discussions with Jorge Mendes, Joao Felix’s agent. This situation is delicate. Felix has given his approval for the Chelsea move, showing his interest in joining them. Joao Felix enjoyed his loan spell at Chelsea from Atletico Madrid a year and a half ago.”
“Subsequently, the Chelsea board, directors, and owners wanted Joao Felix to stay, but a year ago, new manager Mauricio Pochettino declined, saying ‘no thanks’ to Felix. Despite this, the relationship between Felix and Chelsea has always been positive, and he is eager to return to Chelsea, the Premier League, and explore new opportunities in London.”
“There are no concrete updates on Victor Osimhen’s future. However, Napoli, as expected, are simultaneously negotiating for Romelu Lukaku. Napoli is actively engaging with Chelsea to finalize the Lukaku deal promptly. Lukaku is already communicating with Antonio Conte through messages and conversations.”