Chelsea have been given the opportunity to sign Argentina star Paulo Dybala on a free transfer.
Dybala was reportedly close to joining Inter Milan as a free agent before his contract talks with the Serie A side stalled.
The 28-year-old has departed Juventus after the expiration of his contract, and his agent has been offering him to clubs.
Chelsea are among a host of clubs that have been given the chance to sign up Dybala as a free agent.
It has also been reported that the Argentina star is ready to take a pay cut, despite his availability as a free agent.
“Dybala lowered his demands. Now you can get him for just €6m per season. As a free agent it’s the deal of the year,” reports journalist Angelo Mangiante.
The 28-year-old could play as a second striker or a centre-forward. He scored 15 goals and assisted 6 in 30+ appearances for Juventus last season.
Paulo Dybala had hinted last month that he will be interested in a move to Chelsea this summer after revealing he will like to play in the Premier League.
“I am quite calm, the people who I work with are taking care,” Dybala told ESPN.
“In Italy I am very comfortable. I would still like to know other leagues like the Premier League, LaLiga… but I’m happy in Italy.”
It’s yet to be seen if Chelsea would be interested in a deal for the Argentine forward.
As it stands now, Chelsea owner Todd Boehly is only interested in signing players recommended by Thomas Tuchel.
Tuchel has been given a much freer hand in the decision making, as regarding transfer signings.
Speaking in an interview (per Football. London), @siphillipssport has claimed that Chelsea will eye out-of-contract Juventus forward Paulo Dybala as an alternative if they fail to land Leeds United winger Raphinha.
Do you think Chelsea should consider a move for Dybala?
A good move for Chelsea
Plssß get Dybala, I love this guy style of playing
A good addition for #CFC
My appreciation goes to Chelsea chairman for giving more opportunities to Tuchel to make major decisions in who he Tuchel wants to work with.
What are they waiting for, get him for us
Please sign this player. He’s incredible
Please bring him to Chelsea