If things weren't bad enough for Chelsea's departures this summer, Marcos Alonso has confirmed that he wants to leave. Thomas Tuchel will have lost at least two centre-backs and a full-back in the space of his 17-month management of the Blues. Of course, the loss of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen was completely out of his hands, however, Alonso still has one year left on his contract.
It will be an expensive summer for Chelsea, and they will need to manage their £200million budget given by their new owner Todd Boehly. In looking for Alonso replacements, Marc Cucurella has been scouted as a good enough fit to fill the void. However, there are a couple of deterrents to consider, including the whopping price tag placed on the left back.
Brighton will demand £45million for the Spaniard. Considering that Ben Chilwell cost the Blues £50million, surely Tuchel will not be looking for another expensive left-back.
