Chelsea Advances Talks to Sign Atalanta’s Honest Ahanor
Chelsea is moving swiftly to secure the services of Honest Ahanor from Atalanta, as negotiations for the Serie A talent are gaining momentum. The Blues initially reached out to the Italian club with a keen interest in signing the young defender.
According to reports from Gianluca Di Marzio, significant progress is occurring in Chelsea’s pursuit of the 19-year-old, with the London club having already held discussions with Atalanta regarding Marco Palestra earlier this summer. They are leveraging this connection to strengthen their chances of bringing Ahanor to Stamford Bridge.
Discussions between the two clubs are ongoing, with the transfer now expected to cost Chelsea over €40 million. This figure is lower than the anticipated €50 million that various outlets in Bergamo initially suggested.
Ahanor represents a promising addition for Chelsea, as he is a versatile left-sided defender capable of playing both left-back and left centre-back, a talent showcased during his time at Atalanta.
Xabi Alonso appears to value players like Ahanor, whose dynamic playing style aligns well with the demands of his system. Ahanor’s ability to adapt to different positions across various phases of the game makes him an ideal candidate for the manager’s tactical requirements.
Chelsea have been interested in a move for Atalanta talent Honest Ahanor and their move for the Serie A talent is now quickly progressing.
The Blues made initial contact with La Dea over a move and were keen on the idea of signing him.
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Gianluca Di Marzio has now reported that progress is being made to sign the teenager, with the London club having spoken to Atalanta for Marco Palestra already this summer. They are taking advantage of this relationship and making in-roads for Ahanor too.
The two clubs are continuing discussions and the move can now cost Chelsea over €40 million.
This is lesser than what was expected, as many Bergamo outlets noted Atalanta could demand over €50 million.
Regardless, Ahanor could be a very good move for Chelsea and and even for the player himself. The teenager is a versatile left-sided defender who can play as a left-back and also as a left centre-back – as evident at Atalanta.
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Xabi Alonso has regularly shown an inclination towards players of this ilk, as his system usually demands dynamism. Ahanor can operate in different positions in different phases and this makes him a natural fit for the Spaniard.
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