Latest Developments
- Chelsea are eager to reinforce their midfield options.
- Barcelona prodigy Marc Casado is a regular under Flick.
- The Blues have failed twice in their attempts to sign Casado.
Whisper+ Analysis
Authenticity (3.5/5): Chelsea’s renewed pursuit
With Chelsea eager to refresh their squad, they could revisit the opportunity to sign Casado. Reportedly, the Blues saw their last two attempts – last summer and in January – turned down.
Spanish outlet El Nacional reports of Chelsea’s reluctance to back down from the race for Casado. Their past efforts signal yet another attempt from Chelsea in the upcoming transfer window.
Value (4/5): Affordable option
Todd Boehly is ready to spend a great deal for summer reinforcements, and Casado’s £30m tag is not going to deter the Chelsea head. He is a cost-effective investment to say the least.
Suitability (4/5): Premier League quality
Casado’s ability to control the midfield and deliver incisive passes into the final-third has seen him dubbed the next Sergio Busquets. A player of his quality can integrate within any top squad in the world.
Upgrade (4/5): Excellent addition
Chelsea have two proper defensive midfielders in Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez – both of whom have failed to live up to the standards in recent times. We feel that Casado could prove to be a high-quality signing, and the anchor Chelsea need to bridge the gap between attack and defence.
Logic (3/5): Too soon to move?
Although Casado has fallen out of contention in recent weeks, he remains an important player for the Blaugrana. Leaving Barcelona might not be in his current plans, but the lucrative deal offered by Chelsea could be hard to turn down.
Whisper+ Verdict: 18.5/25
Chelsea’s pursuit of Casado is a bold, forward-looking move that could redefine the club’s midfield dynamics. He would not only inject youthful exuberance in the squad but also bolster competition within it as Chelsea look to get back to their glory days.
