Chelsea Competes with Manchester United and Liverpool for Koni De Winter
According to a recent report by journalist Mark Brus, Chelsea is actively pursuing AC Milan defender Koni De Winter. The club faces competition from Manchester United and Liverpool, who are also interested in acquiring the Belgian talent next year.
De Winter’s Impressive Form In Serie A
So far this season, De Winter has made a significant impact at AC Milan, showcasing impressive performances in Serie A. The 24-year-old has accumulated 15 appearances across all competitions for the Italian club.
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De Winter has emerged as one of the standout centre-backs in Serie A, underscoring Chelsea’s interest in securing his services next year. Currently, he is under contract with AC Milan until the summer of 2030, which complicates the possibility of a budget-friendly transfer in the upcoming winter window or at the close of the season.
PERTH, AUSTRALIA – AUGUST 05: Koni De Winter of AC Milan in action during the pre-season match between AC Milan and FC Internazionale at Optus Stadium on August 05, 2026 in Perth, Australia. (Photo by Janelle St Pierre/Getty Images)
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What Will De Winter Bring To Chelsea?
With strong tackling skills and a keen ability to read the game, De Winter effectively regains possession for his team. He is known for decisively launching the ball forward when under pressure and is competent in playing out from the back.
Standing at 1.91 meters, De Winter can leverage his physicality to win aerial duels. While he primarily plays as a centre-back, he is versatile enough to fill in as a right-back when needed. Nonetheless, some concerns exist regarding his ability to adapt to the high intensity of the Premier League should Chelsea finalize his signing in 2027.
De Winter could add much-needed resilience to Chelsea‘s defense under manager Xabi Alonso. He could compete for a starting position at Stamford Bridge in the future.
At 24 years old, De Winter is entering his prime, making him a promising option for Chelsea to consider next year. Therefore, securing his transfer should be a priority for Alonso in the upcoming months.
