Incoming Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino wants to add a new central midfielder to the squad ahead of next season. Todd Boehly is hoping to raise a significant amount of funds through player sales that can be reinvested into key areas of the team.
Mateo Kovacic and N'Golo Kante are facing uncertain futures at Stamford Bridge with Pochettino hoping to sign a perfect partner for Enzo Fernandez in midfield. Ruben Loftus-Cheek could also leave the club after AC Milan made contact with the Blues over a potential move for the 27-year-old, football.london understands.
One player that has been linked with a switch to Chelsea this summer is Sporting CP star Manuel Ugarte. Paris Saint-Germain, Manchester United and Liverpool are among the clubs thought to be monitoring the Uruguay international but reports have suggested the Blues are ready to seal a deal to sign him next month.
