Chelsea supporters in the Transfer Tavern are awaiting news of new arrivals before the transfer window slams shut.
Antonio Conte has stressed his desire to augment squad depth on countless occasions throughout the summer period, and several of our resident fans are anticipating an eventful week in the transfer market as the window draws to its conclusion.
Despite flaunting one of the best and most star-studded starting elevens in the Premier League, the Champions’ squad is severely depleted, and thus they must provide Conte with sufficient depth to compete this season.
There are many areas of the Chelsea squad that require reinforcement, most notably at wing-back and in midfield, yet recent reports suggest that the Blues are readying a move for a third striker.
This is custom for most teams participating in the Champions League.
The Daily Telegraph reports that Antonio Conte is preparing a late swoop for Swansea City striker Fernando Llorente, a player that has repeatedly been linked with a move to West London since January.
While many will question the reasoning behind this transfer, our landlord believes it makes perfect sense.
At the age of 32, Llorente has amassed considerable experience of representing clubs of the greatest repute in some of the most challenging leagues in world football.
Last season, the Spaniard testified his capacity to thrive in the Premier League, scoring a superb total of 15 goals for Swansea as they battled defiantly towards survival.
Throughout the league, there aren’t many who can rival the former Juve striker’s aptitude to score headed goals.
His arrival would guarantee goals for Conte’s side, the supreme backup striker.
Chelsea fans, do you agree? Let us know!
