We enter the money-time of the transfer window, and it is generally there that the clubs, English especially, accustom us to the famous panic buy. And if there is a club likely to regale us with a last minute offer, it is Chelsea. This summer, the Blues have already spent more than 400 million euros, notably making Moisés Caicedo the most expensive player in the history of the English championship (more than 130 M€).
The London team did not necessarily start well in the league, however, with four points taken out of nine possible in the first three Premier League meetings. Despite the colossal sums spent since the takeover of the club by Todd Boehly, observers believe that the workforce of the Blues is not yet completely complete.
A substantial price
And as theIndependent, the residents of Stamford Bridge could well go on the attack for a leading striker. Who would be the lucky winner? Ivan Toney, England striker from Brentford. It corresponds perfectly to what Pochettino wants and the Londoners are optimistic about the possibility of completing his arrival at this very end of the transfer window.
The cost of such an operation? 80 million pounds, or 93 million euros! A substantial amount, but which would serve to bend Brentford. Last season, 27-year-old Ivan Toney finished the season with 20 goals and 4 assists in 33 Premier League appearances. As a reminder, the goalscorer is currently suspended over a sports betting affair and is unlikely to be able to play until January. To be continued…
