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Chelsea enquire about signing PL proven Brazilian defensive star

Considering Chelsea’s recent performances, it’s clear that the club’s attack has been commanding and effective. However, it appears that manager Enzo Maresca is now shifting his focus to reinforcing the defence. Despite having a solid group of center-backs, Chelsea are reportedly still eyeing defensive reinforcements.

One thing that has become evident is Maresca’s willingness to trim the squad if necessary. The Italian manager seems keen to ensure that only players who can adapt to his dynamic and fast-paced style of play will remain at Stamford Bridge. As he continues to build his vision, further changes to the squad seem likely, especially as Chelsea look to challenge for top honours this season.

Chelsea enquired about Murillo

According to The Guardian, Chelsea have recently made inquiries about Nottingham Forest’s promising centre-back Murillo, who joined the Tricky Trees from Corinthians last year. The Blues are reportedly offering Trevor Chalobah as part of the deal to secure the 22-year-old’s services.

Murillo, born in São Paulo, has made 42 appearances for Nottingham Forest and earns around £30,000 per week. If Chelsea manage to sign him, he would be a valuable addition to their squad, aligning with their strategy of investing in young, talented players.

Meanwhile, Chelsea are also close to completing a £17 million deal for 19-year-old centre-back Aaron Anselmino from Boca Juniors, further reinforcing their defence and commitment to youth development. Maresca’s focus on adding fresh defensive options shows the club’s intent to maintain a strong balance between attack and defence as they look to challenge for silverware this season.

Chelsea are currently flying high in the Premier League, putting on a series of tremendous performances. As they now prepare to face Gent in their upcoming Carabao Cup clash, it will be interesting to see what lineup Enzo Maresca crafts for this encounter. A key point of uncertainty is whether players like Ben Chilwell, who has seen limited game time, will feature in the match. Maresca’s squad rotation is something fans will be keen to observe.

With the Blues’ rapid transition under Maresca, if the club pursues more signings in the winter transfer window, it’s likely that several players may seek an exit from Stamford Bridge. As the West Londoners continue to evolve under their new manager, squad changes could be imminent, creating an ever-changing dynamic at the club.

Aviral Shukla

As a dedicated football writer and ardent Chelsea fan, Aviral combines his deep knowledge of the game with a loyal following of the Blues, delivering engaging and insightful content that resonates with fellow supporters and football enthusiasts alike.

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