Chelsea have opened talks to sign Adrien Rabiot on a free transfer as a potential replacement for Enzo Fernandez, amidst the racism storm.
The midfielder refused to put pen to paper on a deal worth €7.5m per year in Turin in order to become a free agent. And, despite a rather astonishing array of ‘meh’ outings for both club and country in recent years, Rabiot has plenty of suitors all vying for his signature.
Chelsea is searching for opportunities to enhance their squad before next season, as per a report from Fichajes. The Blues are looking to add quality to their midfield and are eyeing Adrien Rabiot. He recently left Juventus after his contract expired in Turin.
Rabiot made his mark at Paris Saint-Germain and then joined Juventus as a free agent in 2019. Although the early years in Italy were not easy for the French midfielder. He grew with each season. was able to establish himself both in the club and in the country.
Interest in his services is demanding across Europe, with Chelsea among the clubs hoping to sign the 29-year-old Bosman. The new Chelsea’s boss Enzo Maresca believes Rabiot could be an extraordinary signing for them. He has the ability to add stability and experience to a team that is home to arguably some of the best young players in the world.
The French midfielder a perfect replacement for The Blues?
The Italian manager’s team will be significantly bolstered by Adrien Rabiot’s arrival. Furthermore, given the player’s availability for free, it doesn’t seem to be a big deal.
While the Blues splashed their fortunes to sign the Argentine midfielder, Fernandez has been at the center for a number of controversies occurred during the title celebration of Copa America, that could lead to his departure. The controversy caused unrest both within the club and among fans. As a result, the Chelsea authorities are considering ways to envelope the situation where they are forced to sell him.
It will be exciting to observe how things progress when he returns to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea will be hopeful that they can retain the 23-year-old, Enzo Fernandez. With Enzo Maresca, the Italian leading the west London side he has to prepared more than ever. Stamford Bridge expects a glittering season from their boss after facing several failures in the erstwhile seasons in all competitions.
Rabiot getting attention from other top clubs
Rabiot has been linked with a move to Manchester United for the past few years, with Old Trafford continuously touted as a possible destination for the Frenchman.
Erik ten Hag’s side are looking for a new midfielder, so a move to the Red Devils this summer is certainly a possibility. Although Man Utd appears to be focusing on signing Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain. Real Madrid have also been linked with Rabiot’s sensational strike following the retirement of Toni Kroos. The Whites remain in midfield, especially with Bellingham to play deeper with the arrival of Mbappe on a free transfer.
Liverpool revitalized its midfield last summer with the additions of Dominik Szoboszlai, Alexis Mac Allister, Wataru Endo and Ryan Gravenberch. While the likes of Curtis Jones and Harvey Elliott also remain on the books. But with new boss Arne Slot now taking over the reins, he may want his own additions in the squad.
As for Liverpool, Rabiot previously revealed that he grew up a Reds fan as he idolized one of the club’s greatest players. However, as with every other summer transfer window, the Frenchman has once again been linked with a move to Anfield. So it would be no surprise if he is not playing for Merseyside at the end of August.
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