Chelsea are reportedly leading the race to sign Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens in a potential €50 million deal this summer. The club is looking to offload several players to finance their transfer activities, focusing on securing a striker, center back, and right-sided attacker to bolster their squad. Gittens, who desires a move to the Premier League, is a key target for Chelsea, along with Nico Williams.
Journalist Christian Falk noted that Dortmund has reduced Gittens' price tag from €100 million to €50 million as he does not fit Coach Niko Kovac's system. With 12 goals and five assists in 44 appearances this season, Gittens is keen on departing Dortmund, attracting interest from not only Chelsea but also Liverpool and Bayern Munich. The 20-year-old's preference for a Premier League switch aligns with Chelsea's pursuit, potentially involving Carney Chukwuemeka in negotiations with Dortmund.
As Gittens eyes a move away from Dortmund, Chelsea appears to be at the forefront of securing his services, amid competition from other European giants. The player's aspirations for a Premier League transfer further enhance Chelsea's position as they seek to strengthen their squad ahead of the upcoming season.