New boss Mauricio Pochettino is leading an overhaul of Chelsea squad. He is aiming to address the underperformance witnessed in the Premier League last season. As part of this process, he is considering the possibility of adding another striker to the team.
Reports suggest that securing Moises Caicedo’s signature has become Chelsea’s utmost priority before the transfer window concludes on 1st September. However, Brighton & Hove Albion are proving to be tough negotiators and are reluctant to make the deal easy for Chelsea.
According to reports from L’Equipe, Mauricio Pochettino might find greater success in acquiring another attacking player for Chelsea. The club is readying a bid for Montpellier’s talented player, Elye Wahi, whose value is at around €30m (£26m).
How can Elye Wahi prove effective for Chelsea?
In the 33 games he participated in, Elye Wahi made a significant impact. Thus, directly contributing to a total of 24 goals, with 19 goals scored and 5 assists provided. This performance level puts him on the same level as Paris Saint-Germain’s superstar Neymar. Impressively, only six other players in the French top-flight managed to surpass this remarkable tally. With Kylian Mbappe (34) and Lionel Messi (32) among the few who achieved higher numbers.
As per FBref data, the France U21 international scored seven more league goals than Jackson last season, achieving an impressive rate of 0.68 goals per 90 minutes. In comparison, the Senegalese player scored at a rate of 0.67 goals per 90 minutes.
Diario AS reporter Andres Onrubia Ramos has aptly described Wahi as a “real beast,” which undoubtedly speaks to his impressive abilities. If Chelsea manages to secure his signature, there is no doubt that Wahi will be highly motivated to make an immediate impact and hit the ground running at the club.
Based on his performance in France and the skills he has already showcased, it wouldn’t be wise to underestimate Wahi’s potential to compete for a regular starting position. Since Pochettino’s transformation at Stamford Bridge progresses. With his talent and abilities, he could be a valuable asset and a strong contender for a prominent role in the team.
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