Money can not buy happiness. Chelsea and Manchester United fans can attest to this. Despite colossal investments, the two Premier League leaders are experiencing certain difficulties. On the London side, the arrival of the new management had offered hope. Despite several millions invested in each transfer window, Todd Boehly and his teams have not yet found the right formula. They hope to achieve this this winter while the Blues are already tenth in the championship (28 points). Qualification for the European Cup is not impossible, but it remains difficult.
On the Mancunian side, the arrival of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who bought 25% of the club’s shares, is awaited by fans. They are counting on him to invest and above all recruit players who will allow the Red Devils to return to the forefront. Currently, the team coached by Erik ten Hag is in eighth position in the standings (31 points). The two teams hope that the transfer window will allow them to rectify the situation and achieve a good second half of the season. Chelsea and Man U also have certain similar needs.
Chelsea and MU neck and neck
Both the Londoners and the Mancunians are looking for a top striker. They are also looking for a defender. And regarding this file, the Blues and the Red Devils targeted the same player. Indeed, The Sun reveals that Antonio Silva (20 years old) is very popular with the English giants. Already followed by Real Madrid, the Portuguese central defender is delighting Benfica. This season, he has also played 18 matches in all competitions this season. And he was the starter each time. Author of a goal, he is presented as one of the future great talents in his position.
Aware of holding a nugget, Benfica has already set its release clause at 100 million euros. But that does not seem to cool MU, which has made it its priority for 2024, and Chelsea, who oversaw it last Friday against Famalicão. Mauricio Pochettino wants reinforcement in this position since Thiago Silva will be at the end of his contract and the latest recruits have been generally disappointing. After a first offer rejected (60 million euros + Armando Broja), Chelsea will return to the charge. Manchester United have been warned. The battle is on…
