It looks like Thomas Tuchel’s patience with Marcos Alonso has run out, and that the coach will sanction the sale of the left back this summer, with a new backup to Ben Chilwell then needed.
The Blues have been linked with Borna Sosa of Stuttgart as a potential option, and a report from Sport Bild today, translated by Inside Futbol, makes him a much more tempting target.
They claim that the left back has a €25m release clause, making him instantly affordable, and meaning Chelsea can move for him quickly, without worrying about getting dragged into extended negotiations or a bidding war.
If it’s true, and if it’s true that Chelsea want him, it’s a pretty appealing deal. The question will really come down to the player, and whether he’s content to play a limited number of games, barring another serious injury to Chilwell.
The clause applies to other clubs as well as Chelsea, and time may be of the essence.