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‘Super happy’… Fabrizio Romano says Chelsea now think they’ve made an ‘excellent’ signing
Malo Gusto has impressed at Chelsea this season – and the thoughts of those inside Stamford Bridge regarding his development have now surfaced.
It was Fabrizio Romano who provided the information.
So, what was said about Chelsea No.27 Malo Gusto? Let’s take a look…
Chelsea delighted with Malo Gusto
Well, Chelsea signed the Frenchman in a deal from Lyon back in January 2023.
Gusto initially arrived to provide backup for Reece James, who has become highly prone to injuries in recent times, and is now getting a proper run in the starting XI under Mauricio Pochettino due to further fitness issues involving the England international.
The France international has certainly stepped up in the Chelsea No.24’s absence.
Gusto has impressively provided assists in 28 appearances from right-back this season, and Romano has now claimed that Chelsea are delighted with their investment.
The reliable Italian journalist on X (previously known as Twitter): “🔵🇫🇷 Chelsea are super happy with the investment they made on Malo Gusto in January 2023. Real fee spent to sign French RB was £26m, as #CFC anticipated two clubs from abroad also keen on Malo. Seven assists, excellent performances and club more than happy with his development.”
Fantastic business
There is no denying that Chelsea have wasted millions on some players, but there have been a few huge success stories in the market.
Gusto is one – and has even been tipped to become a future star – while the signing of Cole Palmer has also proven to be a masterstroke.
The England international is now valued at (£86m) by the CIES Football Observatory, while no player aged 21 or under has more goal involvements across Europe’s top five leagues – the Chelsea No.20 is level with Jude Bellingham on 19 goals and assists.
Axel Disasi is also starting to show his quality in west London, while Djordje Petrovic has done well to dislodge a far more senior goalkeeping rival in Robert Sanchez.
Hopefully, Chelsea can sign more players of this ilk during the summer.