Chelsea could sign “monster” star who is “the new Haaland”

The striker was on top Enzo Marescashopping list since it arrived as Chelsea manager, with this January undoubtedly no different.

The Blues recruited heavily during the summer window, bringing in Pedro Neto and Jadon Sancho before improving their threat in wide areas alongside Cole Palmer.

However, no deal has been finalized for the new centre-back, leaving Nicolas Jackson and Marco Guiu as the two outstanding strikers at the Italian’s disposal.

The Senegalese international was the number one option in the Premier League during 2024/25. scored nine times in 19 games – the second highest score behind star Palmer.

Despite his form in front of goal, it may not be enough to secure him a regular starting role, with the hierarchy already looking for attacking reinforcements in January.

Chelsea’s hunt for a new striker in January

Although we are only a week away from the transfer window, many names have been touted for a move to Stamford Bridge, including Ipswich Town star Liam Delap.

The 21-year-old joined the Tractor Boys for £20m from Manchester City in the summer, but he wasted no time in impressing, scored eight times in their first 19 first league matches in 2024/25.

He has such an interest caught the interest of the Blues boardand the Englishman is just one of many strikers currently on their radar.

However, the Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic is a name which continues to be associated with the move to West London, but the Maresca team is not alone, Arsenal is also looking for a Serbian national team player.

The 24-year-old has scored seven goals in Serie A to date, but could be allowed to leave the Old Lady if either party seceded €75m (£62m) during the January window.

However, despite the interest in the aforementioned players, there should be renewed interest in the hierarchy for another striker who would undoubtedly improve their first line and potentially be their own version of a Premier League star.

A player who could be Chelsea’s Haaland

Erling Haaland he has been the leading goalscorer in England’s top flight since joining Pep Guardiola’s side ahead of the 2022/23 season. – finished top scorer in both of his two seasons in England.

The Norwegian has been a constant threat to the back line of all sides in the Premier League, recording incredible results 111 goals in only 125 appearances – including 16 this time despite the Citizens’ recent dip in form.

Every club wants a clinical goalscorer and Haaland has that quality in abundance, but the Blues could be getting their own version of a superstar in the form of Benjamin Šeško in January.

The Slovenian international was wide connected with moving to Most in the summerbut the deal was never completed, leaving the 21-year-old to remain at Bundesliga side RB Leipzig.

He continued his impressive form in the current campaign, scoring 11 goals in all competitions – leading to further rumors of a move to Chelsea during the ongoing window.

It was confirmed by TEAMtalk at the end of December the club was in contact with the German side over a potential move, with Arsenal and Manchester United also waiting at their door.

The striker would be an excellent addition for the club, finally ending their hunt for a new number nine, while helping their ambitions to secure a top four finish by the end of May.

Šeško was previously called “the new Erling Haaland” by headhunter Jacek Kulig, with a comparison of more than just their massive build, speed and aerial ability when delving into their 2024/25 stats.

While City’s ace greatly outplayed the Leipzig man, “monsterThe Slovenian, as analyst Ben Mattinson called him, has higher rate of shooting on targetproving that he is more accurate with the chances he provided in the final third.

He is too finished multiple downloads at 90 and won multiple aerial duels, making him the perfect centerpiece the Blues have been desperately searching for over the last six months.

While it’s unclear how much any deal for Cesko would set the club back, it would be an excellent deal regardless of his talents, not to mention his potential for improvement given his tender years.

If he can get close to Haaland’s level if he moves to England, he would be worth every penny – giving Maresca a lethal finish to add to his titles for years to come.