Chelsea deal could cost Man Utd millions as European club 'consider' transfer

Chelsea could be offered an escape from one of their recent transfer investments. The Blues are likely to secure more outgoings than incomings this month, although Enzo Maresca will still be keeping an eye out for possible incomings,

The Blues have already recalled Trevoh Chalobah from Crystal Palace, adding depth at centre-back having been priced out of a deal for Marc Guehi, at least for now. A striker deal could be considered, but it seems Chelsea are unlikely to move unless there is a deal they cannot resist.

Outgoings are likely to take place, though, with Ben Chilwell, Casare Casadei and Carney Chukwuemeka all likely to lead the exits. All three players have struggled for regular game time, and the same can be said of summer signing Joao Felix.

The Portugal international joined Chelsea on a deal worth around £42million from Atletico Madrid in the summer, but of his 11 Premier League appearances this season, he has only started three games. That has led to suggestions that Chelsea could already be looking to sell Felix in a bid to recoup their investment.

And according to La Gazzetta dello Sport, AC Milan are now considering a deal for Felix as they struggle to get a Marcus Rashford deal over the line. The Italian giants are pushing to land the Manchester United forward, but the deal, reportedly worth £20million or so, has stalled over recent days,

It’s now being reported that Felix is being considered as an alternative, but it would be a more expensive deal for Milan, given Chelsea will want to make their money back, unless there is a loan deal with the option to buy on the table.

Felix on game time

Felix spoke recently about his current role in the Chelsea squad. He said: “I try to enjoy every time I’m on the pitch, whether it’s one minute, five minutes, or 90 minutes.

“I played 90 minutes and I’m happy with that. I tried to do my best and help the team. The only way to do it is to keep working, and when they need me, I will be there to help the team.”