Chelsea could soon finally complete the first signing of Todd Boehly's reign, with Thomas Tuchel set to heed Pep Guardiola's instruction and take a leaf from Manchester United's book. Matheus Nunes has been heavily linked with an exit from Sporting CP this summer amid interest from Wolverhampton Wanderers and Everton, though the Blues have now emerged as the midfielder's most likely destination.
According to A Bola, via the Express, the west Londoners plan to offer around £39million for the 23-year-old, plus an additional £4million in add-ons. Chelsea are reportedly looking to capitalise on the reluctancy to table bids among potential suitors.
Bruno Lage's side have reportedly held 'extensive negotiations' with Sporting but, despite tabling a respectable offer, Nunes has doubts over a move to Molineux. And, with Ruben Neves no longer destined to leave, doubt has been cast as to how Wolves fund an offer to rival the west Londoners' interest.
