Report: Chelsea set to lose out on defensive target, Premier

Chelsea are unlikely to follow up initial interest in Crystal Palace captain Marc Guehi this summertime according to reports.The Blues are

as soon as again set for a hectic summer and have actually currently signed Liam Delap from Ipswich for ₤ 30m, with more new faces set to follow the striker.Chelsea face a vital window and remain in the market for a left winger, versatile forward and centre back to reinforce Enzo Maresca’s squad ahead of next season.A striker

was always the primary priority, however Chelsea are also seeking to generate a centre back and it appears there might be a reshuffle at the back.The Blues

had wanted Dean Huijsen, however the 20-year-old chose to sign up with Real Madrid, whilst there have actually been relate to Jarrad Branthwaite and Guehi.Mamadou Sarr has gotten here from Strasbourg, with it believed the 19-year-old will go directly into the first team squad It appears Guehi is not likely to join Chelsea this summer.(Photo by Naomi Baker/Getty Images)However, The Guardian have reported there appears little chance of Chelsea following up their interest in Guehi, and he remains in no rush to make a decision on his future.Guehi came through the ranks at Stamford Bridge and was offered to Crystal Palace in 2021 in a deal

worth ₤ 18m, and captained the Eagles to FA Cup glory last season.With a move for Guehi looking unlikely, one location Chelsea require to address is the left side of defence and the absence of back-up for Marc Cucurella.Cucurella is presently the only left back in the team, and the Blues would have a significant problem if he got an injury.More Stories/ Latest News Ajax teenager Hato, who can play both left back and centre back has been determined as a target, and it’s thought he might be readily available for around EUR55m.