Journalist Simon Phillips has now shared which striker target the Blues have increased their interest in recently.
He told his Substack that Chelsea are now more interested in a deal to sign RB Leipzig star Benjamin Sesko should the opportunity arise in the coming months.
Sesko has frequently been touted as a target for the Blues, with him essentially moving to the Bundesliga side to replace Christopher Nkunku.
His performances have certainly come in for praise since his move there, with him being described as ‘incredible’.
Phillips has now claimed that while a deal would not be possible this month, the club’s interest in a potential summer deal has only increased.
Chelsea interest in Sesko increased
He said: “The other one I’ve been told about by sources this weekend is Benjamin Sesko of RB Leizpig. Long-term members of the community here will remember I had the exclusive on our interest in Sesko way back when the new owners first arrived. That interest has not gone and in fact, it’s only increased. He’s another that has come to the forefront of our striker shortlist.
“Again though, he is unattainable this month, but it has now been reported by Sky Sports in Germany that he will have a £43m release clause that comes into place this summer, so that very much makes him a huge one to watch given our historic and recent history of scouting and having an interest in the player. Chelsea also have good relations with the Red Bull Group, so I am sure they could favour the paying of the release to their advantage, should they make this move.”
Chelsea’s top target for a striker has reportedly been Victor Osimhen up to now, however that deal could well set them back another club-record fee when this season comes to an end.
There has also been interest in Ivan Toney, who marked his return to action at the weekend with a goal for Brentford on Saturday.
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