Chelsea fans to transfer fears were partially allayed with the arrival of English star Raheem Sterling. A greater sense of security was then felt when Napoli centre-back Kalidou Koulibaly arrived. However, there needs to be another sufficiently skilled addition in the heart of the defense before the Blues start patting themselves on the back too enthusiastically. I imagine Senegal international Koulibaly will be a big hit at Stamford Bridge. Another top-class defender will emerge, potentially in the form of excellent Leicester CB Wesley Fofana.
However, France’s international future will cost, I mean a lot: up to £80m, probably. Personal terms are said to be agreed between Fofana and the Thomas Tuchel team. Barring more unforeseen issues like the problems of Raphinha, Ousmane Dembele, Nathan Ake and Jules Kounde, you can expect more great signings for September, as noted above. Chelsea had been frustrated by the impasses and alleged player preferences that ensued. That will happen when it comes to the best goals the world of football has to offer, many of them featuring iconic clubs. The silver lining here is that the highly-rated Levi Colwill may have first-team opportunities now. Well, if he doesn’t also leave for the promise of minutes.
Todd Boehly: Chelsea’s wonderful and hands-on billionaire new owner
In addition, CFC also analyzed an agreement with Paris Saint-Germain on Frenchman Presnel Kimpembe. Tuchel wanted a reunion with his former athlete. Although it is said that Kimpembe’s preference is to remain at PSG. Other options are on the table, if the reports are accurate; this includes an apparent focus on improving the Boehly-Clearlake group’s equipment.
I don’t think President Todd Boehly can be blamed for missing out on these desired transfers. You cannot sign a player who does not want to join or has another first option. He’s apparently been supervising businesses this summer, even acting as head of recruiting when he probably didn’t want to.
There are accusations that Boehly or his staff were not smart enough in the deals. This perception seems unfair and uninformed: while he has no experience leading a soccer team, he does have experience with high-level sports teams. He maybe he was a bit stable, but he secured the negotiation anyway.
The most important factor is that the lawyers and assistants who will surely accompany you will be football people, so to speak. So there is nothing to worry about there. I’m sure a ‘proper’ transfer guru will be appointed at the next window.
Meanwhile, Boehly has acquired quite a following on social media, possibly without even knowing it. After some very nice, funny and likeable public appearances over the last month, ‘TB’ comes across as a particularly grounded and relatable billionaire mogul. He catches him nearly lying down as he relaxes at Dodgers ballpark.
Seeing on the Bridge at the end of the 2021/22 season seemed to kick off loving Boehly memes. The owner looked a bit younger than most property front men. As well as cheering and freaking out over the game as Blues performance fluctuated. He is a sports fan, just like the rest of us.
The whole Spanish restaurant thing was a delight., To be honest. I know that the deals with Barcelona have not gone well for the English teams, in that case. Although Boehly definitely played the nonchalant ‘boss’. When asked why he was there, instead of saying “to discuss his goals and our‘ or remain silent, the 48-year-old said: “Great food, great food. wonderful food.”
Boehly is even being looked upon favorably by his Premier League counterparts, due to the organization a dinner for EPL executives. I mean, the American was even seen at a Pearl Jam summer concert drinking beer in his spare time. The Boehly legacy begins. While not everything has gone smoothly for CFC yet, the era has started in a very interesting way!