The real question has been around the future of Malo Gusto after Chelsea secured an agreement for Marco Palestra.
Marco Palestra had heavily favored a move to San Siro, but a swift intervention from Chelsea sees him on his way to Stamford Bridge.
This dramatic move directly links to the uncertain future of current Chelsea full-back Malo Gusto. While Gusto has been a highly reliable performer since his arrival from Lyon, reports indicate that Alonso is preparing a total defensive reset and could cash in on the defender.
It’s the interest from Enzo Maresca and Manchester City that adds fuel to the fire.
Has Reece James done enough to keep his England place for Panama?🤔
Chelsea could cash in on Malo Gusto
The Times have reported that Chelsea could sell the right-back this summer to make room for their expected signing of Marco Palestra, who has agreed to join.
Fabrizio Romano issued an update of his own, stating that Manchester City have interest in Malo Gusto.
He has a top relationship with Enzo Maresca, so let’s see if there’s an opportunity for him to leave or not, not guaranteed yet.
Especially as Maresca has personally asked for Man City to make Gusto the primary target this summer, even after the compensation is paid.
What role would make sense for John Terry at Chelsea? Or is he getting ahead of himself?😬
It’s a similar story to Marc Cucurella
The situation unfolding at Stamford Bridge draws clear parallels to the frustrations surrounding Marc Cucurella and Enzo Fernandez. There is a growing sentiment among the fanbase and hierarchy that if players do not fully commit to the project, they should simply be moved on.
With James struggling to maintain consistent match fitness at times, it seems as if Chelsea has shown absolute ruthlessness by spending heavily to secure Palestra from Atalanta.
It’s a positive show of intent from the Chelsea owners to deliver for Xabi Alonso, but it does beg the question of what will happen with Gusto, as the Blues haven’t spent the big money for nothing.
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