Benfica defender Tomas Araujo is on Chelsea’s shortlist incase a centre back leaves before the end of the window according to Fabrizio Romano.
Chelsea’s main priority in the final days of the window is moving players on with the club still looking to find solutions for the likes of Ben Chilwell, Raheem Sterling, Armando Broja and Trevoh Chalobah.
In terms of incomings the Blues are still trying to bring a striker in and their main target is Victor Osimhen, although they face strong competition from Saudi side Al-Ahli, whilst Ivan Toney is also amongst their options.
Araujo on Chelsea’s shortlist
A striker is clearly the main priority, but it seems the club could look to bring a centre back in if either Chalobah or Axel Disasi leave before Friday’s deadline.
Romano has reported that Araujo is on Chelsea’s shortlist but they face competition from French giants Paris Saint Germain who also like the player.
He took to X.com and said:
“Chelsea have Tomás Araujo on their shortlist in case one defender leaves in the final days. No bid at this stage but Araujo’s really appreciated, as per CNN Portugal. Paris Saint-Germain want Araujo in case Milan Škriniar accepts Al Nassr proposal.”
https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1828826644456554922
The 22-year-old, who can also play at right back has come through the ranks at Benfica and has made 27 appearances for the club.
Araujo clearly fits Chelsea’s recruitment model given his age and potential and he appears to be top prospect, but a lot still has to happen before any potential move is made.
The prospect of Chalobah or Disasi leaving before the end of the window appears remote, and whilst Newcastle are reportedly interested in the Frenchman they haven’t made any serious moves to try and sign him.
In regards to Chalobah the Blues have made it clear he’s not part of the plans and since being left out of the squad for the pre-season tour he’s been training away from the first team, but there’s been little update on his future and he could find himself still at the club once the window closes.
