After signing Liam Delap from Ipswich Town, Chelsea are now on the verge of landing Jamie Gittens from Borussia Dortmund and Joao Pedro from Brighton and Hove Albion respectively.
However, the despite bonus of boasting more new faces in attack, the Blues are showing no signs of slowing down in the ongoing transfer market, alongside their ongoing push into the FIFA Club World Cup quarterfinals.
Enzo Maresca is still on the lookout for more signings to strengthen his squad before the start of the 2025/26 Premier League season and wants at least one more forward alongside the above trio.
West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus, 24, is the latest attacker linked with a potential move to Chelsea, alongside interest from other top-flight sides.
Recent reports revealed Chelsea failed with a £50m [$61m] offer for the Ghana international at the start of the summer, but they’re not giving up on the Hammers forward just yet.
Journalist Simon Phillips offered an update on the situation, via his Substack channel, with Chelsea now preparing a second offer to lure Kudus to Stamford Bridge.
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If Chelsea are to be successful in their drive for Kudus, Maresca will have to see of competition from domestic rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Newcastle United, plus interest from the Saudi Pro League.
However, Chelsea could have an important advantage, as Philips adds that Kudus sees the move to West London as ideal for him. The player’s preference could prove to be decisive if a transfer battle ensues for his signature in the weeks ahead.
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