Montpellier striker Elye Wahi is reportedly wanted by Chelsea for 30 million euros and could be loaned directly abroad.
The talented striker showed his potential last season with an impressive tally of 19 goals in 33 Ligue 1 appearances. The Athletic, After his excellent performances in the 2022-23 campaign, several top clubs including Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid expressed their interest in securing Wahi’s signature.
However, Chelsea have emerged as the frontrunners in the race for the young striker. While the Blues intend to integrate him into their squad, they are also aware of the importance of regular playing time for his development. The Strasbourg club, bought last June by co-owners Chelsea, is a potential loan destination. Wahi himself wants to play regularly to continue to progress as a player, and the loan to Strasbourg matches his aspirations.
Striker Angelo Gabriel is also set to be loaned out to Strasbourg when he returns from the United States tour, having signed for Chelsea from Santos in the summer. Both players will continue their development with the Ligue 1 club under new coach Patrick Vieira.
