Chelsea is reportedly preparing to go head-to-head with Juventus for the signature of Everton striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin in the upcoming January transfer window.
Chelsea Set to Challenge Juventus for Dominic Calvert-Lewin
Despite recent impressive performances from Nicolas Jackson, who has scored four goals and provided three assists this season, Chelsea’s hierarchy remains keen on bolstering their attacking options.
Chairman Todd Boehly and the BlueCo consortium are exploring the possibility of signing a high-caliber striker, and Calvert-Lewin fits the bill.
The 27-year-old England international, currently on a £100,000-per-week contract at Goodison Park, has a valuation of around £35 million, according to manager Sean Dyche.
However, his injury record poses a concern, having struggled with fitness issues in recent seasons.
The potential move comes as Juventus looks to offload Arkadiusz Milik, paving the way for Calvert-Lewin to make a switch to Italy.
The Old Lady has been monitoring the striker’s situation closely and could make an offer in January, but Chelsea’s interest adds an intriguing twist to the transfer saga.
Calvert-Lewin, who has been praised for his versatility, strength, and ability to score different types of goals, was once hailed by former Chelsea manager Frank Lampard for his natural attributes.
“Dominic is a high-level striker with strengths in speed and aerial ability,” Lampard said.
“He can connect the game and drop into spaces, making him a valuable asset.”
As Chelsea assesses its options, they are not only focused on Calvert-Lewin but are also keeping tabs on other forwards, including Victor Osimhen and Viktor Gyokeres.
With the January window approaching, fans can expect a flurry of activity as the club looks to enhance its attacking prowess.
Whether Chelsea can secure Calvert-Lewin over Juventus remains to be seen, but the race for the talented striker is certainly heating up.