Chelsea’s Summer Transfer Plans: Mohammed Kudus and Morgan Gibbs-White on Radar
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Chelsea are gearing up for a busy summer transfer window, with sources close to the club telling TEAMtalk that they have identified two dynamic attacking talents as top targets. West Ham United star Mohammed Kudus and Nottingham Forest ace Morgan Gibbs-White have caught the eye of the Blues, who are keen to bolster their squad with versatile, high-energy players capable of elevating their ambitions in the Premier League and European competitions.
According to TEAMtalk, Chelsea have taken a shine to Kudus and Gibbs-White, who are two of the best attacking players in the Premier League. Kudus has been on Chelsea’s radar since his impressive stint at Ajax, where his flair, dribbling, and goal-scoring ability caught the eye of top European clubs. Since joining West Ham in 2023, the 24-year-old Ghana international has continued to shine, showcasing his versatility across the frontline and in attacking midfield. TEAMtalk understands that Kudus is eager to take the next step in his career, with a move to a club offering European football high on his priorities.
Chelsea’s interest in Kudus aligns with their aim to inject creativity and pace into their squad, and the player is understood to be enthusiastic about the prospect of joining the Stamford Bridge outfit. However, Kudus will not come cheap and has a release clause of £85million in his contract at West Ham. TEAMtalk also understands that Forest attacking midfielder Gibbs-White is also in Chelsea’s sights. The 25-year-old England international midfielder was an outstanding player for Forest last season, scoring seven goals and giving 10 assists in 34 Premier League matches.
Sources close to Forest have intimated to TEAMtalk that the club are bracing for offers, with Chelsea, Manchester City and Liverpool among the sides monitoring the midfielder. Gibbs-White’s versatility to operate as a No. 10 or in wider roles makes him an attractive option for Chelsea’s evolving system under head coach Enzo Maresca. However, like Kudus, the Englishman will not be a cheap signing for Chelsea. TEAMtalk reported on May 20 that Forest value Gibbs-White at around £60-70 million.
In terms of their futures, Kudus and Gibbs-White have not been particularly insistent that they will not leave their respective clubs in the summer transfer window. Kudus told SportsBoom in April: “I’m just here to play my football, enjoy myself, and help the team as much as I can. The future will take care of itself.” In an exchange with a Forest fan in May about his future, Gibbs-White said: “I haven’t heard anything”, and, perhaps crucially, did not say that he will stay at the City Ground.
Chelsea are also expected to challenge for the Premier League title next season and will be confident of convincing Kudus and Gibbs-White to join them. The Blues will play in the Champions League next season after finishing fourth in the 2024/25 Premier League campaign, while Forest ended up seventh and could feature in the Conference League, and West Ham will have no European football whatsoever next season. With their sights set on Kudus and Gibbs-White, Chelsea are preparing for a busy summer transfer window, with TEAMtalk’s transfer correspondent, Fraser Fletcher, reporting that the club are planning to make three signings before the start of the FIFA Club World Cup.
As the summer transfer window heats up, Chelsea’s interest in Kudus and Gibbs-White is set to be a major storyline. With the club looking to inject creativity and pace into their squad, these two dynamic attacking talents could be just what they need to take their game to the next level. Only time will tell if Chelsea can secure their signatures, but one thing is certain – the Blues are gearing up for a big summer.
The club’s potential signings will be a key talking point in the coming weeks, and TEAMtalk will be bringing you all the latest updates on Chelsea’s transfer plans.
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