They still want to start their January work, Chelsea now they are reportedly plotting a late swoop to sign the young rising star to boost Enzo MarescaAttack options.
Chelsea transfer news
Although they are yet to land any deal, the Blues have again been at the center of several transfer headlines this month, including in the race to sign Alejandro Garnacho. Reports even went so far as to suggest that Trade deal involving winger man and Christopher Nkunka it could still happen with the Red Devils.
It’s an added attacking boost that Maresca would certainly welcome with open arms after his side once again struggled against a top-flight side this weekend, this time suffering a defeat against Manchester City despite taking a shock lead three minutes from time.
In the end, the Blues endured a frustrating day at the Etihad and one they will want to forget as quickly as possible before plunging into the transfer market for the first time this month.
According to reports from France, relayed by being caught offside, Chelsea are now eyeing a late move to sign Enzo Molebe from Olympique Lyon, as the edges of the January transfer window draw closer and closer to closing. The report adds that the Blues could then send him on loan to Strasbourg.
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The 17-year-old striker is certainly one for the future and a player who could replace the inconsistent Nicolas Jackson in the near future. His young age did not stand in the way of older opportunities in France, and Lyon even believed ahead in the Europa League, as they defeated Qarabag 4-1 in November.
Now, as Chelsea plan their move, Molebe could have a lot of decisions to make about his future.
“Fast” Molebe has a decision to make
If Chelsea come calling this month, then Molebe must consider all factors before putting pen to paper. The 17-year-old must, no matter what, put first-team opportunities at the top of his wish-list, meaning an immediate move to Stamford Bridge may not be the best option for his career at this stage. Instead, waiting for that opportunity to arrive when he is ready may be his best route to the pinnacle of European football.
He is already a player who caught the eye, with an analyst Ben Mattinson Describing him as a player with “quick feet” he goes on to say he has a “Henry/Isak/Aubameyang profile”.
Chelsea are certainly smart to keep an eye on such a talent, but whether they decide to make their move as early as this month remains to be seen, and Molebe is a star on the rise.
