A Chelsea Academy alumnus, Tyrike George finds himself at a critical time in his career as uncertainty grows in his long-term future at Stamford Bridge.
At just 19, the highly rated winger has been caught up in the shadows of Blues’ relentless spending, and recent offensive signatures have threatened to further limit his route to regular first-team football.
Sources close to the agent industry have notified us Catch off side Chelsea is not opposed to keeping George within the plan, but the club is also preparing to sanction either permanent departures or loan agreements if the correct offer appears.
RB Leipzig is keen to sign Chelsea star Tyrike George
That stance has sparked interest throughout Europe, especially from the Bundesliga, for the Blues Star, who played in the Premier League eight times last season.
Among suitors, RB Leipzig is the most decisive move. The German side, known for its impressive track record of developing young talent, clarified its praise during consultations with Zabi Simons earlier this summer.
Leipzig officials are preparing for a formal offer worth more than 15 million euros, with the view that they will hand George a four- to five-year contract.
Such proposals reflect their belief in his long-term potential. For George, the Bundesliga presents an attractive route, especially given the reputation that Leipzig regularly led emerging players to first-team roles, which he is rapidly tracking.
Premier League clubs are also interested in George.
However, Leipzig does not have clubs turning. In recent weeks, two unnamed Premier League teams have also come closer to George’s camp.
Their identity remains private, but their interest shows a growing sense of George gathering serious awareness beyond the barriers of Chelsea academy.
Another scenario under active consideration is to finance Strasbourg, Chelsea’s sister club in France.
French outfits are seen internally as the logical next step to developing young Chelsea prospects.
Strasbourg is currently considered an interesting option for George, as one loan slot remains under the FIFA three-player rule.
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