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Chelsea's ongoing quest to enhance their attacking prowess has led them to consider options like Karim Benzema and Roberto Firmino.
Despite a significant investment in the squad under Todd Boehly's ownership, Chelsea's search for a consistent goal-scorer continues.
Chelsea's Striking Conundrum
Despite spending over £1 billion on new signings, Chelsea's struggle for goals remains a glaring issue. Nicolas Jackson, a £37m acquisition from Villarreal, has netted eight goals in 23 appearances across all competitions.
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08:42 - 14.01.2024
Cole Palmer reveals Guardiola threat that pushed him to leave Manchester City for Chelsea
The former Manchester City youngster revealed that he could no longer stay at the Etihad stadium after receiving an ultimatum from Pep Guardiola
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Chelsea vs Fulham: Palmer leads Blues' charge for European football with match-winning display
Chelsea climbed to 8th place in the PL standings after defeating Fulham 1-0 in a feisty affair at Stamford Bridge.
Christopher Nkunku, who joined for £50m, has been hampered by a knee injury, contributing just one goal in three Premier League outings.
Chelsea's total of 35 goals in 21 games is among the lowest in the Premier League's top half, a concern for manager Mauricio Pochettino.
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Transfer Speculations and Constraints
Chelsea's interest in Napoli's Victor Osimhen, who has a £103 million release clause, has been widely reported. Osimhen, currently at the Africa Cup of Nations, seems open to a move to Stamford Bridge, though a deal is more likely in the summer.
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Chelsea's need to adhere to the Premier League's profit and sustainability rules may limit their options, potentially leading them to consider short-term loan deals.
Karim Benzema, the 2022 Ballon d'Or winner, has emerged as a potential target. Despite a lucrative deal with Al-Ittihad and scoring 15 goals in 24 games, his future remains uncertain due to reported absences from training camps, attributed to being stranded in Mauritius due to a tropical storm.
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Firmino, on the other hand, has not found the net in 18 matches for Al-Alhi after a hat-trick on his debut. With Chelsea's top scorers, Jackson and Cole Palmer, both at eight goals, and Armando Broja still proving his worth after a lengthy injury, the club's need for a reliable striker is evident.
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Pochettino, after a narrow win over Fulham, acknowledged that Chelsea's ongoing quest to enhance their attacking prowess has led them to consider options like Karim Benzema and Roberto Firmino as reported by Daily Mail.
Despite a significant investment in the squad under Todd Boehly's ownership, Chelsea's search for a consistent goal-scorer continues.
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