In their quest to secure a new goalkeeper, Chelsea Football Club has reportedly been informed that they must be prepared to part with a hefty sum of £52 million to secure the services of Inter Milan shot-stopper Andre Onana this summer. The news comes amidst growing interest from the English Premier League side, with manager Mauricio Pochettino being described as a “huge admirer” of the Cameroon international and eagerly looking to strike a deal.
Recognizing the significance of reinforcing the goalkeeping position, Pochettino has made it a top priority for Chelsea this transfer window. As a testament to his ambition, the club’s board is prepared to allocate substantial funds to back the manager’s pursuit of Onana, according to sources close to the situation.
Renowned Sport Italia journalist Alfredo Pedulla has shed light on the negotiations, revealing that Inter Milan has taken a firm stance and will not entertain any notion of lowering the transfer fee for Onana. The Italian giants, however, have indicated their openness to considering offers in the vicinity of the aforementioned £52 million figure.
While rumors circulated about a potential player-plus-cash deal involving Chelsea stars, Inter Milan has made it clear that they are uninterested in such an arrangement. Onana, who played a pivotal role in guiding the Nerazzurri to their first UEFA Champions League final in over a decade, remains a key asset for the Serie A side.
Since his arrival from Ajax on a free transfer in 2022, Onana has firmly established himself as Inter Milan’s first-choice goalkeeper. The 25-year-old shot-stopper has impressively registered 19 clean sheets across 41 appearances in all competitions, conceding a total of 36 goals.
With Chelsea eager to bolster their ranks ahead of the upcoming season, negotiations with Inter Milan over the potential acquisition of Andre Onana are set to intensify. The Blues will need to assess the feasibility of meeting the £52 million valuation placed on the goalkeeper and decide whether the investment is justifiable in their pursuit of silverware.
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