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Nottm Forest
06/10/24 15:00:00
He Chelsea has set his eyes on Castello Lukebathe young French central defender RB Leipzigand is willing to compete with Real Madrid to secure his signing, according to a recent TEAMtalk report. This interest from the Blues comes at a key time, as the club looks to strengthen its squad after two disappointing seasons.
The fight for the talented 21-year-old defender will not be easy, as the Bundesliga giants would only let the player leave if his release clause, set at £60m, is activated.
Chelsea continues to look for quality reinforcements
Lukeba, who has stood out in the Bundesliga for his defensive solidity and ability to read the game, is considered one of the most promising prospects in European football. Chelsea sees in him an opportunity to strengthen their defense for the coming seasons, thus seeking to return to the competitive elite both in the Premier League and in international competitions. Furthermore, with the investment from Clearlake Capital and the ambition to return the London team to the forefront, Lukeba fits the profile of a young and talented player they are looking to recruit.
However, Real Madrid have also shown interest in the defender. The white team, which is in the process of renewing its defensive line, sees Lukeba as an ideal option to replace veterans such as David Alaba or Antonio Rüdiger in the future. The merengue team, always on the hunt for young talent, would offer Lukeba the opportunity to compete at the highest level and fight for titles each season.
