Chelsea has its sights set on a specific role in transfer window amid Ian Maatsen’s exit rumors

Despite being a major force in the Premier League, Chelsea is striving to secure a UEFA league position while sitting 11th in the table. The inconsistent form and excessive spending have been the main reasons behind their poor performance. After the arrival of Mauricio Pochettino as the new manager, Chelsea hasn’t been able to climb into the top half despite heavy investment in the team.

The fans are clearly disappointed with the performance and the team’s management. To add to the team’s woes, speculation suggests that one of their bright talents is on the verge of leaving the club.

Chelsea is focused on a certain position with Man United

The series of injuries in the backline for Manchester United and Chelsea has led them to set their sights on potential recruits in the upcoming summer transfer window. However, reports suggest that both clubs might be seen battling it out for a left-back position, a position that has been a weakness for both teams.

Manchester United’s left-back position has recently become a major concern for Erik ten Hag. Luke Shaw, their first choice left-back, has struggled to find form due to being sidelined by injury for most of the time, forcing United to rely on Malacia. Unfortunately, Malacia is also a player prone to frequent injuries and hasn’t been able to deliver impressive performances. This lack of depth in the left-back position has forced United to seek a new player to fill that role.

Chelsea hasn’t been able to acquire the right players even after huge investments made by them for the left-back position. Big-money signings like Cucurella and Chilwell haven’t been able to perform consistently for the team and are both too injury-prone. Thus, due to the inconsistency of such players, Chelsea might be seeking reinforcement for the left-back position.

Reports suggest that Jules Kounde is one of the players who have been on the list for both clubs. Due to Barcelona’s financial situation, Jules Kounde might be seen leaving the club. With both Premier League clubs looking for a potential left-back, we could see a bidding war between the clubs for Kounde.

Will Ian Maatsen be departing from Chelsea?

Chelsea has been known for producing great academy players, and Ian Maatsen is one of them. The young left-back has been in astonishing form for the German giants Borussia Dortmund. However, due to financial constraints, Chelsea might be seeking to sell the young left-back, which would free up funds to go for a more experienced left-back option in the market.

Twenty-two-year-old Ian Maatsen has impressed greatly since joining the German team in January. The Dutch full-back has also been awarded the Rookie of the Month award for January. Recently, Ian Maatsen made a revelation about his time at Chelsea while speaking to The Guardian, stating, “I had trust at Chelsea, but with the pressure they are under, it is sometimes difficult for a manager to let everyone play.”

He also added, “Sometimes it’s not fair, but maybe it’s the best decision for the club and other teammates.” With very few chances given to him, he opted to go on loan to Borussia Dortmund.

However, with Chelsea looking for a new left-back in the upcoming summer, the Dutchman is moving closer towards the exit door. Seeking regular playing time, the Dutchman has a release clause of £35 million, and thus teams like Borussia Dortmund and West Ham could be seen vying for the player.

So the world awaits what the upcoming transfer window brings, with clubs like Chelsea and Manchester United both looking for a potential left-back, while the future of Ian Maatsen seems uncertain at Chelsea.

Tell us in the comment section, which player do you want to see at the left-back position in either of the teams?