Chelsea are interested in signing Newcastle United defender Sven Botman.
The 25-year-old Dutch international has established himself as a reliable performer in the Premier League, with Chelsea also praising the defender. It will be interesting to see if they respond to that interest with a formal offer to sign the player.
Botman has also been linked to Liverpool.
Newcastle want Sven Botman to sign new contract
TBR Football reports that Newcastle sporting director Ross Wilson has a “to-do list” for his time as manager, including agreeing a new deal with the 25-year-old defender.
Newcastle have no plans to let the player leave the club anytime soon. It will be interesting to see if they can reach an agreement with Botman in the coming weeks. He is one of their best players and keeping him at the club will be their top priority.
Newcastle have an ambitious project and want to fight for trophies on a regular basis. They need to improve their squad in the coming months and also need to look at keeping their best players. It would be ideal for them to keep the Dutch defender at the club.
Chelsea could use Botman
Chelsea could certainly use some defensive depth on the wing and the 25-year-old would be a quality addition for them. Levi Colwill, Wesley Fofana and Tosin Adarabioyo are currently sidelined with injuries.
Chelsea lack quality and depth in defense. Newcastle’s star player will help the team grow. He could help them tighten up the rear. The opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in the country will be very exciting for him. Chelsea could offer him a platform to fight for trophies.
It will be interesting to see if he is ready to commit his long-term future to Newcastle and close the door on a potential move to Chelsea.