Thomas Tuchel playing a key role in Matthijs de Ligt signing as Chelsea submit £69m bid
Thomas Tuchel playing a key role in Matthijs de Ligt signing as Chelsea submit £69m first bid.
Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing Matthijs de Ligt from Juventus this summer and talks have already started.
Chelsea boss Thomas Thuchel is in the market for two new defenders following the departures of Antonio Rudiger and Andreas Christensen.
Talks have already started between Chelsea and Juventus with Matthijs de Ligt said to be open to making a move.
As claimed by Chelsea reporter Simon Phillips via Rob Pratley, Chelsea have put forward a proposal of just over £60m with £9m add-ons being considered.
Thomas Tuchel playing a key role in Matthijs de Ligt signing
Thomas Tuchel is said to be playing a key role in convincing the 22-year-old to join Chelsea.
According to a report by the Independent, Tuchel’s ability to get the best out of defenders is the main reason for de Ligt’s interest in working under the former PSG manager.
Meanwhile, Juventus’ CEO Maurizio Arrivabene hinted that the defender has informed the club that he wants to move.
While speaking to Tuttosport, he said;
“It’s impossible to keep players when they want to leave the club—but all the three parties in the negotiations have to be satisfied.”
The Dutchman reportedly has a €102 million release clause; however, the Italian club understands that no club would want to activate it.
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