The potential departure of Conor Gallagher from Chelsea in the upcoming summer transfer window has sparked ongoing discussions, suggesting that the club may be open to selling him.
Despite Gallagher’s consistent appearances in Premier League matches and occasional captaincy duties, indications point towards a lack of long-term plans for him at Stamford Bridge.
Last summer saw Chelsea reinforce their midfield with signings such as Moises Caicedo, Lesley Ugochukwu, and Romeo Lavia.
Additionally, internal options like Cole Palmer, Carney Chukwuemeka, and Christopher Nkunku could potentially fill the void left by Gallagher in the midfield.
Rumors circulating hint at Chelsea’s contemplation of further midfield reinforcements, with Bruno Guimaraes, Frenkie de Jong, and Vitinha from Paris Saint-Germain mentioned as potential targets.
However, the prospect of acquiring Vitinha might not align with Chelsea’s strategic goals, despite his evident skillfulness.
Chelsea has already made substantial investments in midfield talents like Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez.
Introducing another relatively smaller midfielder like Vitinha may not effectively address their needs, particularly in terms of aerial prowess.
While players like Ugochukwu could offer a solution, they might not be prepared to displace Fernandez or Caicedo at this point.
Moreover, Chelsea’s midfield lineup already boasts strength, featuring talents like Fernandez, Caicedo, Lavia, Ugochukwu, and Chukwuemeka, along with versatile options like Palmer and Nkunku.
Instead of allocating resources to sign another midfielder, such as Vitinha, Chelsea might consider prioritizing investments in their medical department to address recurring injury concerns.
Furthermore, they could focus on strengthening other areas, like the left-back position, and securing a top-tier striker.
Opting for the acquisition of Vitinha may not only result in an unnecessary financial outlay but also signal a repetition of past transfer mistakes, where oversaturation in one position took precedence over addressing crucial needs in other areas of the pitch.
