Matthijs de Ligt Welcomed by Chelsea for Wanting to Leave Juventus

DBasia.news – Matthijs de Ligt is now Chelsea’s main target, after his desire to leave Juventus was welcomed by Chelsea.

Signing a new centre-back is an obligation for Chelsea this summer. This can not be separated from the departure of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.

Initially Chelsea targeted Jules Kunde to strengthen his defense. The Sevilla player has been targeted since last year.

But Chelsea have now turned their target towards De Ligt. Direct negotiations with Juventus have even started.

Chelsea are reportedly ready to redeem De Ligt for around 65 million euros. While Juventus priced it at 100 million euros.

The price difference didn’t discourage Chelsea. They are ready to include a number of players in the offer package.

According to the Corriere dello Sport report, Chelsea’s chances of signing De Ligt are quite open. But Juventus wants the transfer fee not to involve other players, but only cash.

Chelsea is predicted to soon provide a new offer of around 75 million euros. This amount does not include bonuses that could make Juventus tempted to accept it.

Juventus doesn’t want De Ligt’s sale process to drag on. The Bianconeri need time to find a replacement.

Kalidou Koulibaly emerged as the main candidate to replace De Ligt. But Juventus will not easily obtain him from Napoli.