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Todd Boehly given £34m transfer mission to gift Thomas Tuchel perfect Jules Kounde alternative

Todd Boehly has been tasked with the mission of re-signing Fikayo Tomori, with Thomas Tuchel eager to orchestrate a squad rebuild this summer. The 24-year-old swapped Stamford Bridge for the San Siro in January 2021 and hasn't looked back since.

Chelsea could well look back to rue their decision amid the looming departures of Fikayo Tomori, and Andreas Christensen, who are both set to leave west London in the comings weeks once their contracts expire. Tomori has impressed this season for the Italian giants, guiding Stefano Pioli's side to the club's first Scudetto in 11 years to hold of the challenge of city rivals Inter.

The Cobham graduate's imperious displays have attracted the attention of Gareth Southgate, with the England boss naming the centre-half in his 27-man squad for their upcoming Nations League matches. With the help of Rossoneri technical director Paulo Maldini, he has transcended into one of Europe's most feared defenders.

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