According to a column by Ben Jacobs on Si Phillips Talks Chelsea, Chelsea may sell up to six players this summer in order to alleviate Financial Fair Play pressure and increase their spending in the transfer market. Some players currently out on loan, including Romelu Lukaku, Armando Broja, Ian Maatsen, and Lewis Hall, are not expected to return. Additionally, members of the current first-team squad like Conor Gallagher and Trevoh Chalobah could also be moved on. Jacobs suggests that Chelsea could potentially earn £35m for Maatsen, but may settle for £30m. He also mentions Newcastle’s £28m obligation to buy Lewis Hall and the plan to sell Broja for £35m or more. Gallagher and Chalobah are also potential sales, and Chelsea are still anticipating a £37m fee for Lukaku. With these potential sales, Chelsea could offset a significant portion of their summer spending, even if it reaches £300-£350m.
Under current owners Todd Boehly and Behdad Eghbali, Chelsea’s recruitment strategy has undergone significant changes compared to the era of previous owner Roman Abramovich. While Abramovich brought the club much success, the new owners have struggled to replicate that success, despite investing heavily in promising young players. Selling players this summer could be beneficial for Chelsea, as it would provide funds for more established players to support their young talents. However, some fans may be disappointed if key figures like Gallagher are sold. Additionally, Maatsen has shown promise during his loan spell at Borussia Dortmund, making him a player worth considering keeping.
According to the Source caughtoffside.com