Chelsea set to hijack deal for FC Barcelona target Nico Williams

Nico Williams, a top player for Euro 2024, is still a target for Chelsea this summer. Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano stated last month that Chelsea do not have the intention of activating Nico Williams' release clause. That could very well still be the case. However, it seems that the Blues are still interested in this.

Additionally, according to Romano, Barcelona is concerned that Chelsea would still try to get Williams prior to the transfer deadline closes. The winger scored in Sunday's final matchup against England, making him one of the tournament's most impressive players.

Once more, Williams is undoubtedly a superstar Chelsea is keeping an eye on, and it is easy to understand why. In six appearances at the UEFA Euro 2024, the youngster recorded two goals and one assist. He additionally made 2.2 dribbles per match, which ranked second on his team, according to various stat reports.

Williams contributed to 16 goals during 31 La Liga games last season, which was good for him at the club level as well. Therefore, it is not surprising that teams like Chelsea and Barcelona are showing interest in him. Chelsea is reportedly interested in signing Williams, according to talkSPORT, but the Blues will probably hold off on making a move until once the Spain international decides what is best for him. 

Chelsea set to bolster attack with new signing

Enzo Maresca's chances of acquiring a new striker during the summer have been greatly enhanced. CaughtOffside claims that Chelsea is getting ready to start fresh negotiations over Victor Osimhen leaving Napoli.

The 25-year-old's contract with the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona ends in June 2026, and the report claims that the Blues are seeking to move forward with a deal for him. Osimhen scored 15 goals in 25 appearances during the Serie A season for the Italian powerhouses.

Before sustaining a hamstring injury, the Nigerian international had an incredible start to the season, scoring six goals in his first eight games. Osimhen then missed a critical stretch of the season as he traveled for the Africa Cup of Nations not long after recovering from his injury.