One of Chelsea’s biggest rivals in the Premier League have shown their hand in the transfer market this week.
Manchester United have reportedly agreed a deal to sign Leny Yoro, bringing him in a year before Real Madrid were intending to.
Chelsea had sent scouts to watch Yoro on a number of occasions last season, however never really made a proper effort to bring him.
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However, reports have not disappeared that the club are keen on adding to their defensive options. A deal for Aaron Anselmino has reportedly been agreed, keeping an eye to the future.
However, if they wanted to bring in a young defender who can make an instant impact on their squad, they should look no further than Jorrel Hato.
Chelsea should sign Jorrel Hato
The Ajax man has broken into the first team over in the Netherlands, and left a lasting impression on his teammates too.
He was described as ‘fantastic’ by Jordan Henderson, and is no doubt on the agenda of a number of top sides.
Chelsea are reportedly admirers of Hato, however the interest has not yet turned to any form of offer.
Those who know his game well will likely point to the fact that he does a lot of his work on the left side of defence, an area Chelsea are well accounted for in.
Levi Colwill set to play big role
It is expected that Levi Colwill will start at the back next season, as he looks to build on his strong start to life in the first team picture.
However, there is far less confidence over whether Benoit Badiashile will be a long-term member of the club, after interest in signing him has cropped up around Europe.
With this in mind, Chelsea can revolutionise the future of their defence with the addition of Hato if they decide to properly pursue him.
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