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Chelsea now want to sign ‘magnificent’ World Cup winner, Mauricio Pochettino is a huge fan

Milo Clay

Sun 16 July 2023 15:15, UK

ꦦChelsea now reportedly hold an interest in signing Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele this summer.

That’s according to , which claims that Dembele is ‘admired’ by Chelsea boss Mauricio Pochettino.

🐼The Blues are facing a crucial few weeks ahead as they bid to re-shape their current squad in Pochettino’s image.

🌸Chelsea have already moved to bring in Nicolas Jackson from Villarreal, but are still expected to target another new striker.

ꦑYet, they have been linked with a surprise move for another wide forward in this weekend.

Chelsea interested in Dembele

💦Football Transfers reports that Chelsea are considering a move for Dembele, with his contract renewal at Barcelona ongoing.

🐻Pochettino is said to be an admirer of the winger, with the Argentine looking to re-shape his frontline.

🅠But there has been no indication from the Frenchman that he would be open to a move to England and Barca are under no pressure to sell.

♎It’s noted that Dembele remains in Xavi’s plans for the future at Camp Nou.

✱Dembele has struggled with persistent injuries ever since he made the switch to Barca from Borussia Dortmund back in 2017.

🌃The 27-year-old was widely regarded as one of the brightest talents in world football after his spell in Germany and even lifted the World Cup with France in 2018.

🌄He’s been long linked with a move to England, but it would be a surprise to see the ‘’ winger leave Spain this summer.

ꦛDembele has enjoyed a decent run of form under Xavi and seems to be finally finding his feet at Barca after a difficult few years.