While Chelsea is cautious about the inflated prices typical of the January transfer window, they are not hesitant to spend if they believe a player is necessary. With this in mind, football. london’s Chelsea panel has been discussing and predicting the club’s moves as the transfer window nears its end.
The primary focus at the moment is on securing a left winger. A few weeks ago, football. london reported that Chelsea is actively searching for options on the left flank, especially after Mykhailo Mudryk was suspended due to a failed drug test last month. Among the targets are Mathys Tel, Alejandro Garnacho, and Jamie Gittens, with Chelsea maintaining interest in all three as the window draws to a close. However, reports from Germany suggest Tel is not keen on a move to Stamford Bridge, making the deal increasingly unlikely, especially with rumors that Tottenham have reached an agreement with Bayern Munich for the player.
Napoli has shown interest in Garnacho, but their pursuit seems to have cooled recently. My prediction is that Chelsea will make a renewed push for Garnacho, presenting Manchester United with an offer too good to refuse as the club grows more desperate to finalize a signing before the deadline.
Meanwhile, Joao Felix has emerged as a target for Aston Villa, with Unai Emery reportedly eager to bring the 25-year-old to Villa Park. Felix has struggled for game time at Chelsea this season, making just three Premier League starts and falling behind Cole Palmer in the pecking order for the No. 10 role.
Chelsea could also see several departures, with Axel Disasi, Cesare Casadei, and Carney Chukwuemeka all attracting interest. Disasi is wanted by Aston Villa and Wolves, Casadei appears set to join Lazio, and Chukwuemeka could move to Strasbourg on loan if Caleb Wiley switches from France to Watford.
Overall, I don’t anticipate significant activity from Chelsea in the final days of the window. A few loan exits are likely, but no major transfers that would make a substantial impact. The pursuits of Tel and Garnacho seem to have stalled, with Tottenham leading the race for Tel and Ruben Amorim making it clear he wants Garnacho to stay at Manchester United.
Evan Ferguson has been mentioned as a potential target, but this feels like a desperate move. Chelsea has needed a reliable backup or rotation option for Nicolas Jackson all season, but Ferguson’s injury history and limited experience raise questions about whether he can deliver consistent goals. If he’s seeking more playing time, there may be better opportunities elsewhere.
With Chelsea leaving it so late to make moves, any signings at this stage are unlikely to be their top choices. While this doesn’t necessarily mean the transfers will be unsuccessful, it does raise concerns about the club’s transfer strategy and decision-making.
