Mauricio Pochettino’s first season at Chelsea is set to undergo a major clear out.
Pochettino was appointed last month on a two – year deal with an extension option.
It appears he has a busy transfer window according to reports. The west London side are planning to cut ties with 12 players.
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The last two transfer windows saw Chelsea recruit heavily with players like Enzo Fernandez and Mykhailo adding to the squad.
EXCL: Mateo Kovacić has now agreed personal terms with Manchester City after advanced talks already revealed last week
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 8, 2023#MCFC
Kovacić wants the move, next step has to be between clubs as Chelsea and City will discuss fee after the UCL final.
Chelsea, open to sell Kovacić. pic.twitter.com/PKdCHsEL9B
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According to the Daily Mail, the club is trying to balance the books by off loading some players who have 12 months remaining other deal. By doing so,Chelsea will avoid free transfers next summer
Mateo Kovacic who has had positive talks with treble winners Manchester City, is set to be at the Etihad next season.
N’Golo Kante is on the verge of moving to Saudi Arabia while Mason Mount is wanted by Manchester United
N’Golo Kanté to Al Ittihad, here we go!
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) June 7, 2023#CFC
◉ Medical tests completed in London.
◉ 2 year deal with an option for further season.
◉ €100m per season salary — figure includes image rights, commercial deals and ‘creative’ portfolio. pic.twitter.com/aHflFM9VMI
Loftus-Cheek, Callum Hudson-Odoi, Nathan Baxter and Ian Maatsen add onto the the list .
As for Lukaku who has expressed his desire on staying at Inter Milan, the Club has indicated that they are happy to work with him next season.
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