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Chelsea are targeting deals for Maxence Lacroix, Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson and the ages of the experienced trio, especially the latter two, seem to signal a major change in transfer tactics from the Blues. At 26 years old, it could be said that Crystal Palace defender Lacroix is in his prime, but the £52m target is still notably older than other recent Blues signings. It has been two years since Chelsea signed a player older than Lacroix, and Tosin Adarabioyo was only marginally older when he arrived three months before turning 27.
The surprising pursuit of several players in their 30s this summer shows Chelsea have learnt lessons from a calamitous season dogged by inexperienced and ill-discipline – but will it fix the problem?
The surprising pursuit of several players in their 30s this summer shows Chelsea have learnt lessons from a calamitous season dogged by inexperienced and ill-discipline – but will it fix the problem?
Brighton striker scored 13 goals in league last seasonVeteran Brentford midfielder has a year left on contractChelsea are understood to be in talks over a move to sign Danny Welbeck from Brighton. The 35-year-old is a surprise candidate to bolster Xabi Alonso’s forward line after scoring 13 goals in 37 Premier League matches last season.In a further unexpected move, there are also reports the club are in negotiations to bring in England midfielder Jordan Henderson from Brentford. The 36-year-old has a year left on his contract, but it is claimed the Bees would be willing to let him leave on a free transfer. Continue reading...
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