chelsea Have asked Premier League competitors aston villa On signing a player with the manager in the January transfer window Enzo Maresca Tell us what it might take to land a mid-season deal.

Chelsea could sign new striker this month if Christopher Nkunku leaves

After missing out on Napoli star Victor Osimhen, who ended up on a season-long loan at Galatasaray, it is believed the west Londoners may have to wait until the summer rather than January to bring in a new striker.

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According to reliable reporters Simon PhillipsBut there has been a new twist this week, with the same source reporting that that could change if Chelsea star Christopher Nkunku chooses to seriously seek an exit before February 3.

The Frenchman is one of Maresca’s top scorers in all competitions and has made a huge impact both off the bench and in the Europa League, but he’s not a mainstay in Chelsea’s ‘A’ team – just Started three games. Premier League It was one of his 15 top-flight appearances this season.

This has apparently left Nkunku “frustrated” behind the scenes, and while he’s not exactly forcing a move at this stage, he is open to a move away from Stamford Bridge in the winter (Simon Phillips).

Chelsea have been contacted over a move for the 26-year-old, with joint sporting directors Laurence Stewart and Paul Winstanley conducting a serious search for a replacement if his move materializes (Simon Phillips).

Versatile attackers are currently £195,000 per week At Cobham, Chelsea will therefore take a significant wage cut and save cash for a player who has been sparingly used by Maresca in the Premier League.

As for who Chelsea can replace Nkunku, I believe Maresca remains keen on signing Ipswich striker Liam Delapand the club is a strong contender to lure the England Under-21 international away from Portman Road.

Chelsea approached Aston Villa to sign John Dolan in January

Another potential replacement for Nkunku is the Aston Villa starlet, CaughtOffside reported this week John Duran.

The Colombian, who has scored 12 goals in all competitions, making him a key player in Unai Emery’s side and who reportedly came close to leaving last summer, appears to be reviving his career in the Midlands.

He was awarded a brand new £75,000 per week Having signed him to a contract earlier this season following his excellent 24/25 performances so far, Chelsea officials have really taken notice of the 21-year-old’s exploits.

CO claims Chelsea have approached Villa over the signing of Duran in Januaryweighing the terms of a potential deal. Emery’s side are clearly not going to sell for less than £60m, which actually looks like good value given Duran’s huge potential, young age and returns this season.

However, PSG are apparently considering Villa’s asking price, so Chelsea may have to settle for ‘special“The forwards are quick.