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  • Mauricio Pochettino rejected another Rayan Cherki transfer audition as Chelsea explore £25m deal

    Mauricio Pochettino rejected another Rayan Cherki transfer audition as Chelsea explore £25m deal

    Mauricio Pochettino rejected another Rayan Cherki transfer audition as Chelsea explore £25m deal
    Rayan Cherki caught the eye of Europe’s biggest clubs with his impressive performances for Lyon and France at the European Under-21 Championship

    Mauricio Pochettino was denied the chance to take a closer look at Rayan Cherki this summer after Ukraine beat France in the quarter-finals of the European Under-21 Championship.

    The 19-year-old playmaker has recently been heavily linked with a move to Stamford Bridge as the Blues search for a creative new midfielder following the departure of Mason Mount.

    Cherki, whose contract at Groupama Stadium expires in 2025, made 34 appearances for Olympique Lyonnais in Ligue 1 last season, contributing directly to 10 goals.

    Despite his young age, the Frenchman quickly became a fixture in Laurent Blanc’s starting XI.

    Thanks to his incredible skills and sparkling academic form, he quickly made his way into the first team and made his Champions League debut aged just 16. Cherki hasn’t looked back since and is now said to be on the Blues’ radar.

    According to Simon Phillips, Chelsea are looking into a possible move for the striker, which could bring Lyon a significant gain.

    The French side recently ran out of money as they failed to reach European qualification, but the Blues could save them with a move for Cherki, who is worth around £25m.


    While the teenage sensation passes the test of eyesight with his flashy passing and outstanding ball carrying, Chelsea would probably like to gather more data before diving headlong into a deal.

    The semi-final and final would have been the perfect opportunity for the West Londoners to see if Cherki can keep her nerve when the pressure is on.

    But Pochettino was obviously denied the opportunity to take a closer look at the coach. So Chelsea may have no choice but to hear Kylian Mabppe’s verdict.

    After Cherki scored two goals and two assists in a game for Lyon aged just 16, the Paris Saint-Germain star has been singing his praises on social media.

    As quoted by But Football Club, Mbappé tweeted: “Don’t talk to him too much about age, huh.”

    While Mbappe may be a fan, PSG don’t appear to hold Cherki in high regard. In January, Jean-Michel Aulas publicly criticized Parisians for making an “offensive” offer for the young man.

    In an interview with French TV channel RMC Sport, the Lyon president said:

    “I had a long time with Nasser [al-Khelaifi] who called me on Saturday night to find out if we are negotiating Rayan Cherki or No.”

    “I said no and Nasser said to me: ‘Ok, it’s over’ and he added that PSG would therefore not make a new offer.

    I thank him for this direct and sincere contact. We have not not entered into negotiations, but the level of the offer was offensive.

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    Chelsea will have to spend €80 million on the 23-year-old target after his 14 goal campaign.

    Dusan Vlahovic
    This summer, there have been rumors that Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic will leave the Italian team.

    Atletico Madrid and Chelsea are reportedly interested in signing the 23-year-old Serbian international this summer, according to a report from Fichajes.

    If a club is prepared to pay €80 million for him, it appears that the Italian organization will approve his transfer.

    It’s unclear if Chelsea will be willing to spend that much money on the Serbian striker. Vlahovic could be a fantastic option for the Blues to lead the line as they desperately need a reliable goalscorer.

    The Serbian has the potential to become a premier league player, so Mauricio Pochettino needs to spend this summer on a quality striker.

    He managed to score 14 goals in all competitions last season despite a lackluster stint at Juventus.

    Vlahovic has the physicality and skills to succeed in the Premier League, and a coach like Pochettino might be able to bring out his best side once more.

    During his time at Florentina, the striker was regarded as a top-tier prospect, and he has the potential to grow into a productive forward.

    At this point in his career, a transfer away from Juventus might be ideal for him. He could regain his form and confidence at Stamford Bridge with a new start.

    However, given that the player hasn’t been at his best in over a year, the reported asking price seems quite high. As a result, Juventus will need to lower their demands for the deal to be approved.

  • Chelsea have every incentive to sign the “next Zinedine Zidane,” With the initial $65 million offer being rejected.

    Chelsea have every incentive to sign the “next Zinedine Zidane,” With the initial $65 million offer being rejected.

    Chelsea have every incentive to sign the "next Zinedine Zidane," With the initial $65 million offer being rejected.
    Mauricio Pochettino’s ideal lineup for Liverpool, Rayan Cherki, and Dusan Vlahovic are discussed in the most recent Chelsea transfer news, which is covered by the Blues media.

    According to reports, Juventus has turned down Chelsea’s offer for Dusan Vlahovic worth €60 million ($65 million). Following Kai Havertz’s transfer to Arsenal, the Blues are reportedly looking for a new number nine this summer.

    Italian reports claim that Juventus swiftly rejected Chelsea’s initial offer for the Serbian striker. It is believed that the Italian powerhouses won’t sell until they are paid at least as much as they did for him from Fiorentina, which was £66.86 million ($84.86 million).

    Despite this, the same report indicates that the Old Lady are considering a move for Atalanta striker Rasmus Hojlund to replace Vlahovic.

    The next player on Mauricio Pochettino’s list this summer appears to be Vlahovic, according to football.london. The Argentine’s frontline will undoubtedly improve with the addition of Nicolas Jackson, but the Argentine will undoubtedly prioritize a strong presence before the start of the season with Liverpool, just like the Serbian did.

    Despite the number of departures that have been confirmed in the last ten days, Chelsea doesn’t lack for cash. Unfortunately for Todd Boehly, the club cannot make the same mistakes it did in the previous season or it will face another sale bonanza the following summer.

    If Pochettino prefers Vlahovic as his preferred striker, the next offer must be more enticing for Juventus to accept in order to avoid engaging in yet another bidding war.

    On the radar is a playmaker similar to Zidane.

    Chelsea have every incentive to sign the "next Zinedine Zidane," With the initial $65 million offer being rejected. Rayan Cherki, a playmaker for France’s Under-21 team and Lyon, is reportedly a player Chelsea are “exploring” the signing of.

    Following his performances at the Under-21s European Championship this summer, Cherki won over a number of teams in Europe. The 19-year-old is a candidate for the Mason Mount spot at Chelsea, along with Gabri Veiga of Celta Vigo and Florian Wirtz of Bayer Leverkusen.

    Zinedine Zidane and Kylian Mbappe have previously given the Lyon player glowing recommendations. Cherki has even drawn comparisons to Zidane due to his attacking style and goal-scoring prowess in France.

    It is reasonable to conclude that Chelsea’s plan to replace Mason Mount is a youthful one, according to football.London. At such a young age, Wirtz, Veiga, and Cherki have all advanced to senior status at their respective clubs, making them ideal candidates for years to come.

    Todd Boehly may have made a wise business decision by signing Cherki. The midfielder, who can also play out wide at age 19, has the talent and versatility to elevate Pochettino’s squad for the upcoming campaign. Everything depends on the cost.

    Similar to Chelsea, Lyon is not playing in Europe this year despite having a very bad season under Laurent Blanc. One potential way to reinvest in the playing group is by selling one of their best players.

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    ‘On Monday,’ according to Fabrizio Romano, a Chelsea player is getting his medical clearance to leave today.

    Chelsea have every incentive to sign the "next Zinedine Zidane," With the initial $65 million offer being rejected.
    According to Fabrizio Romano, Mason Mount, a midfielder for Chelsea, will have his medical at Manchester United today.

    He announced on Twitter that the deal had reached the last hurdle before both parties could declare it final.

    With him personally pushing for a move away from Stamford Bridge, the past week or so has been crucial for the Mount deal.

    This is in spite of rumors that the England international has been the subject of a more than competitive salary offer for some time.

    The Blues initially turned down three offers from United because they still thought highly of him.

    However, he only has a year left on his contract with West London, and the fact that he is unwilling to leave suggests that they may have been planning to get rid of him for nothing.

    Mount medical today

    Chelsea have every incentive to sign the "next Zinedine Zidane," With the initial $65 million offer being rejected.
    After some negotiation, the two parties settled on a deal, and according to Romano, the player who had been called “unbelievable” is now scheduled to have a medical with his prospective new team.

    Mason Mount will have medical tests on Monday, after which he will finally sign a five-year contract to become a new Manchester United player, the speaker stated.

    “Contract through June 2028 with a June 2029 extension option.
    “To Chelsea, $55 million plus.
    statement made this week.
    ”.

    The news will undoubtedly divide the fan base, with some looking to blame the new ownership structure at Stamford Bridge.

    Some people, however, may not be happy to see the player return to the team next season because of his lack of loyalty.