Chelsea Transfer News Roundup: Blues identify Moises Caicedo alternative; Callum Hudson-Odoi close to departure, and more - July 30, 2023
Chelsea finished 12th in the Premier League last season, so they will not be playing in Europe in the upcoming campaign. New manager Mauricio Pochettino is working to upgrade his squad to help take the club back to the top four.
Meanwhile, the Blues have identified an alternative to Brighton & Hove Albion midfielder Moises Caicedo. Elsewhere, winger Callum Hudson-Odoi is close to leaving Stamford Bridge this summer.
On that note, here's a look at the key Chelsea transfer stories as on July 30, 2023:
Chelsea have identified Romeo Lavia as a possible alternative to Moises Caicedo, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
The Ecuadorian midfielder is a priority target for Pochettino this summer, but prising him away Brighton & Hove Albion has proven to be a challenge. The Seagulls have turned down three offers for the 21-year-old, forcing the Blues to consider a backup plan.
Lavia is available following Southampton's relegation from the Premier League last season. However, Romano said in his column for Caught Offside said that Liverpool are the frontrunners to sign the Belgian midfielder this summer.
The Saints reportedly want close to £50 million for the 19-year-old.
Callum Hudson-Odoi is close to leaving Chelsea this summer, according to transfer insider Alex Crook.
The Englishman is a peripheral figure at Stamford Bridge and has been put up for sale this year. The 22-year-old failed to impress on loan to Bayer Leverkusen last season and is now set to head to Fulham. The Cottagers have agreed personal terms with the player and are locked in talks with the Blues to facilitate a deal
Crook told talkSPORT, that Chelsea want £8 million for Hudson-Odoi.
The Englishman is one of many players who has been put up for sale
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