Enzo Maresca is set to evaluate Andrey Santos at the Club World Cup to determine his future for the next season. Chelsea is preparing for a busy summer, contemplating the sale of several players to finance new acquisitions, including a striker, center back, and right-footed attacker. The team has already secured Dario Essugo from Sporting Lisbon for £18.5m, with Estevao Willian and Kendry Paez also joining the squad.
Santos, who excelled on loan at Strasbourg, will be assessed by Maresca during the Club World Cup. Despite his impressive performances and reported interest from top clubs like Bayern Munich, Chelsea intends to retain Santos, acquired for around £13m from Vasco da Gama. His potential role in the team is crucial, especially with Romeo Lavia's injury concerns, making Santos a valuable option for the upcoming season. The final decision on his future is pending, with reports indicating that a determination will be made based on the European competitions the clubs qualify for.