Chelsea boasts one of the Premier League’s most formidable attacking lineups, thanks largely to the substantial investments made by owner Todd Boehly.
This support has equipped manager Enzo Maresca with an impressive roster, offering him a wide range of offensive talent in his debut season since transitioning from Leicester City.
At the forefront of Chelsea’s attack is Cole Palmer, whose outstanding performance of 12 goals and assists in his first 11 league games has already validated his £40 million price tag.
Surrounding him is a lineup of talented players, including big-name signings Mykhailo Mudryk, João Félix, Noni Madueke, Nicolas Jackson, and Pedro Neto.
Neto, in particular, has shown his value recently by scoring his first Premier League goal for Chelsea in a significant match against Arsenal.
However, Chelsea’s forward setup may see some changes, with speculation surrounding Christopher Nkunku’s future.
Since arriving at Chelsea, Nkunku has had limited playing time due to injuries that kept him sidelined for much of the 2023/24 season.
After Chelsea activated his £52 million release clause from RB Leipzig, Nkunku was expected to play a major role.
Although he has now returned to full fitness, he has mainly featured in cup competitions, accumulating only 155 minutes in the Premier League.
Despite his limited league time, Nkunku has shown his capabilities with ten goals across various competitions.
Frustrated by his restricted opportunities in the first team, reports suggest that Nkunku may consider a January transfer, with Manchester United reportedly among the interested clubs.
Meanwhile, Chelsea may be eyeing reinforcements, particularly in the form of Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyökeres.
The Swedish forward has an £83 million release clause, and Chelsea could potentially meet this price.
Gyökeres has been highly praised for his performances under Manchester United’s new manager Ruben Amorim, with comparisons even being drawn to Erling Haaland.
Former player Rafael van der Vaart has gone so far as to describe Gyökeres as “a better version of Haaland,” highlighting his unique strengths.
His impressive stats in this Champions League season—scoring at a rate of 1.3 goals per 90 minutes, delivering more progressive carries, and producing higher shot-creating actions—demonstrate his effectiveness and potential to meet Chelsea’s need for a consistent, top-performing striker.
Adding Gyökeres could greatly benefit Chelsea’s title pursuits, as the Swedish striker’s skill set aligns well with their ambition to build a more balanced, potent attack.
With Palmer and others solidifying their places, Chelsea’s prospects look promising as they aim to capitalize on Boehly’s investment to contend strongly in the Premier League.
