In response to the Blues’ proposed swap deal package, Manuel Ugarte “picks between Chelsea and PSG transfer.”

Mauricio Pochettino, the manager of Chelsea, wants to acquire Manuel Ugarte, a defensive midfielder for Sporting.

Manuel Ugarte, a midfielder for Sporting, is rumored to prefer Chelsea to Paris Saint-Germain this summer, which has led to hope that he could be the first hire under Mauricio Pochettino. After weeks of torturous speculation, the Argentine’s appointment as Chelsea’s next head coach was finally announced on Monday. He is now ready to start overhauling his underwhelming squad in preparation for his impending move to west London.

According to reports, Pochettino has already approved a high-profile move for Uruguayan international ball-winner Ugarte, who has swiftly distinguished himself as one of the league’s most promising young players this season.

Joao Palhinha moved to Fulham last summer, and Ugarte has stepped up in Joao Palhinha’s absence. The 22-year-old now appears poised to earn Sporting yet another sizable paycheck.

Ugarte is reportedly being offered £62 million by Chelsea, plus an additional £4 million, according to Record in Portugal. PSG is also showing a lot of interest in the player.

However, it’s also been reported that the Blues have floated the idea of loaning striker David Datro Fofana as part of the proposal in an effort to outdo the French powerhouses.

Fofana spent £11 million to join the club from Molde in January, but he only made three Premier League appearances.

To reach his full potential, the 20-year-old Ivorian has to keep playing frequently, as he did in Norway, and his possibilities at Stamford Bridge are probably restricted.

Amid speculations that Ugarte would prefer to join the Blues over PSG, Chelsea will feel secure about signing the player right now.

The aggressive midfielder has previously been linked to Liverpool, Aston Villa, and Tottenham, but it now appears that the three Premier League clubs have been passed over.

With Mason Mount and Mateo Kovacic expected to leave Stamford Bridge this summer, Pochettino will need to make significant changes to Chelsea’s midfield.

N’Golo Kante’s current contract expires at the conclusion of the season, and he has not yet agreed to a new one.

Ruben Loftus-Cheek is also on his way out the door as AC Milan is in negotiations to complete a deal.

If Chelsea wants to consider making extravagant purchases this summer, player sales must be prioritized.

Additionally, Pochettino has additional midfielders on his Chelsea wishlist, including Alexis Mac Allister, who is a target of Liverpool.

Together with his father and agent Carlos, who will soon be in the UK from Argentina, the Brighton World Cup winner will decide on his future in the days and weeks to come.

Chelsea is also interested in Youssoff Fofana, Romeo Lavia, and Moises Caicedo as they aim to increase their presence in the middle of the park.

Lavia and Caicedo have already had Chelsea bids for them rejected, but this summer, their futures are once again in question.