Thomas Tuchel could field one of Chelsea's strongest front-threes against West Ham on September 4 — the Blues' first Premier League game once the summer transfer window slams shut. But to do this, Todd Boehly will have to complete the signings of Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Rafael Leao, who have both been linked with moves to Stamford Bridge.
football.london understand that the west Londoners submitted a £22million bid for the 33-year-old striker on Wednesday evening. It's believed that talks with Barcelona giants over Aubameyang's sale are ongoing, with Tuchel a key plauyer in a potential deal.
It's understood that the German is eager to reunite with the former Arsenal captain and has specifically identified the Gabon international as a priority signing. Meanwhile, talks of Leao swapping the Milan for London have resurfaced.
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According to the Times, Chelsea are currently working on a deal to sign the 23-year-old. The report adds that negotiations began over the weekend, with the possibility of 'one or more' Blues players being included in a player-plus-cash swap deal, with Leao estimated to be worth around £59 million.
It's said that Leao is keen on a move to the Premier League this season. So, football.london have taken a look at how the west Londoners could line up if Boehly can sign the duo...
3-4-3
The 3-4-3 has been synonymous with Chelsea since Tuchel took the helm at Stamford Bridge. Despite an unconvincing display at Elland Road versus Leeds United, the formation has proved successful for the Blues.
With Leao on the left, Aubameyang spearheading the front-three and Raheem Sterling on the right, the west Londoners could be a force to be reckoned with again. However, a formation like this could restrict the minutes given to Mason Mount, Conor Gallagher, Christian Pulisic and Hakim Ziyech.
4-3-3
Chelsea have a handful of options in midfield and a 4-3-3 could be ideal to accommodate everyone. As aforementioned, this could be the perfect compromise which grants Mount and Gallagher a starting role.
3-4-1-2
This formation was trialled and tested on several occasions by Tuchel at Chelsea last season. Though not too dissimilar to the 3-4-3, Mount has relished No. 10 role, handing the German boss a headache with Aubameyang likely to lead the line.
It remains to be seen whether the Blues can get either, or both deals, across the line before transfer deadline day on September 1, but if so, Tuchel will have plenty of options on where to fit them into his plans.
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