Chelsea FC are facing a transfer crisis as they struggle to sell their unwanted strikers. The Blues are demanding a combined asking price of $95m for Liam Delap and Marc Guiu, but so far, there have been no takers.
What's behind the high asking price?
The Athletic's Deal Sheet reports that Chelsea FC want over $50m for Delap, with multiple Premier League clubs interested. However, it's unclear whether they are prepared to pay that price. Guiu's fee is set at $25m, which is equally ambitious.
What does this mean for Chelsea FC?
The Blues' transfer struggles are a concern for fans, as it may impact the team's performance on the pitch. With a combined asking price of $95m, it's unclear whether Chelsea FC will be able to find buyers for their unwanted strikers.
What comes next?
As the transfer window continues, it will be interesting to see whether Chelsea FC can find buyers for their high-priced assets. The Blues' management will need to reassess their transfer strategy to ensure they can attract top talent to the team.
The deadline for Man City's bid for Enzo Fernandez has long passed – and Chelsea could even increase his asking price. One player who will be sticking around is Emmanuel Emegha – the decision has been made that he will be part of the first team squad this season. As well as big transfer news, this week also saw big ownership news, with an exclusive from the FT claiming that Todd Boehly and Mark Walter are looking at selling their stakes in Chelsea.
Chelsea FC currently sit 10th in the Premier League table, with 52 points from 38 games. They have scored 58 goals and conceded 52, with a goal difference of +6. The Blues are 33 points behind leaders Arsenal. Jordan Henderson is currently sidelined.
